ONLINE AUCTION
First Nations Art
1st session

February 05 - February 26, 2026

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This session is closed for bidding.
Current bid: $1,100 CAD
Bidding History
Paddle # Date Amount

996114 26-Feb-2026 01:09:57 PM $1,100

819034 26-Feb-2026 12:47:57 PM $1,000

15314 26-Feb-2026 12:42:35 PM $900 AutoBid

819034 26-Feb-2026 12:42:35 PM $800

15314 10-Feb-2026 05:57:20 PM $700 AutoBid

31128 10-Feb-2026 05:57:20 PM $600

15314 06-Feb-2026 02:01:04 PM $500 AutoBid

The bidding history list updated on: Tuesday, June 09, 2026 07:40:01

LOT 008

1925 - 2002
Canadian

Raven Holding the Sun
silkscreen on paper
signed, titled, editioned 51/100, dated 1976 and inscribed "Prince Rupert, B.C."
19 x 14 in, 48.3 x 35.6 cm

Estimate: $1,000 - $1,500 CAD

Sold for: $1,375

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PROVENANCE
Acquired directly from the Artist by Dr. Lawrence Mitchell Greene
By descent to the present Private Collection, Vancouver Island


Dr. Lawrence Mitchell Greene served as a physician and surgeon in northern British Columbia for 50 years, from 1940 to 1990. Throughout his career, he provided dedicated medical care to the communities of Smithers, Hazelton, Prince Rupert, Haida Gwaii, and many surrounding villages. He was often the sole general practitioner in these remote regions, with a wide range of medical responsibilities.

Dr. Greene and his wife were also passionate supporters of First Nations art. Over decades, they developed close relationships with many local artists and carvers, building a thoughtful and meaningful collection that includes masks, paintings, argillite work and jewellery. They were honoured to attend the opening of 'Ksan Historical Village and Museum in 1970 and were particularly inspired by the work of renowned Haida artist Frieda Diesing (Skil Kew Wat), one of the few female carvers on the Northwest Coast.

The mask and silkscreens offered in this auction were purchased directly from the artist and have remained in the Greene family until their consignment to Heffel.


All prices are in Canadian Dollars


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