269: A PREHISTORIC CARVED WOODLANDS BIRDSTONE

The classic form with a small hole drilled at the base of the neck and another at the aft end. This lot and all else in this auction are the property of the Morton and Estelle Sosland estate. 'The Soslands gave one of the nation's finest private collections of American Indian art to the Nelson-Atkins.' SOURCE: nelson-atkins.org.
Measures 4.25 inches.
Very good condition.
Provenance: The estate of Morton and Estelle Sosland.In Kansas City, the Sosland family name is synonymous with both giving, and the arts. Of their many contributions to the community, 'The Soslands gave one of the nation's finest private collections of American Indian art to the Nelson-Atkins' museum (nelson-atkins.org). The content of this auction bears testament to their keen eye and varied interests. No property has been added; each lot here originates with the Sosland family and sells without reserve.
$600 - $900