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.