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Chief with Copper by Shawn Karpes

A chief and the most honoured of all material goods in Northwest Coast culture -- the copper shield. Both the base and figure are carved from the same red cedar tree. Price: $1750.00 CAN

Killerwhale Fin by Ross Hunt

Ross Hunt, of the famous Kwagiulth carving family, carves an orca fin cutting through the water, with saltwater streaking behind. Carved from red cedar. Price: $1100.00 CAN

Halibut Bowl by Calvin Hunt

A Halibut bowl, carved and painted by Calvin Hunt, member of the famous Kwakwaka'wakw carving family. This piece is carved from red cedar and features extensive painting. An exceptional example. 19"L x 2"T x 3.5"W Price: $1250.00 CAN

"Bentwood Boxes" by James Michaels

Bentwood boxes by Metis artist James Michaels. These boxes (also known as 'kerfed' boxes) are excellent models of the traditional storage boxes used by the aboriginal peoples of the Northwest Coast of British Columbia. These pictures are examples of some designs by James Michaels. Please take the time to read about bentwood boxes. Price: Varied according to size.

Wolf Bowl by Deon Louie

A piece showing the skill of young Salish carver Deon Louie. This wolf bowl displays grace, motion, and fine attention to detail. Price: $1100.00 CAN

Seal Bowl by Shawn Karpes

The wood grain of the Western Red Cedar is used to full effect in this traditionally styled Seal Bowl. Cocentric circles of grain make for a stunning visual impact, adding to the stability of the piece. Price: $800.00 CAN

Raven Bowl by Don Dawson

Elder carver Don Dawson presents very traditional Kwagiulth forms in this Raven Bowl. Carved from basswood, this piece has an excellent finish to go with it's wonderful shape. Price: $575.00 CAN

Bear Bowl by Tom Whonnock

Using green, red and black, Tom Whonnock crafts a piece heavy in Kwakwakw'kwakw ancestry. The colours and facial features are indicitive of his nation's environment. Price: $320.00 CAN

Carved Canoe by Troy Bellrose

This canoe is hand-carved by young Cree artist Troy Bellrose. Made from red cedar, this canoe shows a salmon head design on the side. 18"L x 2.5"T x 4"W Price: $550.00 CAN

"Raven Rattle"

A premier quality piece. We are very happy to be able to present this exceptional rattle. Raven rattles have an exceptional tradition in Northwest Coast art, and it is continued in this magnificent work. This piece features very fine shallow carving and exceptional painting. Carved by well-respected and well known artist Peter Grant. Price: $4500.00 CAN

"Halibut Bowl"

Haisla carver Brad Starr has created a halibut bowl from a large piece of red cedar. The surface features a polished, textured finish. A substantial piece. Price: $900.00 CAN

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