Untitled (Spawning Salmon)

Artist
Gender
Male
Style
Northwest Coast
Community
Art Type
Print
Collection
1984
Medium
Embossed serigraph
Edition
Signed Limited Edition Print # 55 of 249 printed by Marvin Oliver
Size (in)
Paper (H x W): 18 x 43 in
Size (cm)
Paper (H x W): 46 x 109 cm
Framed
Not Framed
Product ID
11100-00389

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Untitled (Spawning Salmon) by Marvin OliverFirst Nations Northwest Coast, Coast Salish Art presented by DaVic Gallery of Native Canadian Arts.


Condition:                    Very good condition – the print shows minor discoloration on the margins of the paper. Also, some pinching along the paper margins caused by previous framing is visible. Although visible, the condition noted is so minor that the print would still display beautifully even when framed floated. Refer to picture #10 to see an example of the noted condition.


Description by Artist:     No description found.


Notes from DaVic Gallery:     This rare embossed serigraph features a deckle (feathered) edge, making this print extra beautiful. Creating a subtle 3D effect are the serigraph’s three embossed images, mimicking the black and red depiction of the salmon. The design portrays seven salmon that appear to be spawning. The interchanging dominant colours of black and red may indicate male and female salmon. The interconnecting pattern conjures up a sign of infinity, suggesting the ever-continuing process of death and birth. We could say that in this simple yet moving design, Marvin Oliver depicted life itself. 

Refer to picture #9 for size reference. The serigraph is displayed against a blank sheet of letter-size (8.5” x 11”) paper, covering part of the image

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