Bear Mask Hamat'sa

Bear Mask Hamat'saThis Bear Mask was hand carved by Kwakwaka'wakw artist Gilbert Dawson. It has been carved from red cedar, painted in black, red, green and white acrylic, and trimmed with cedar bark. The Bear Symbol represents strength, family, vitality courage and health. The bear is thoughtful and independent, with little need for fellowship. The bear is also self contained and strong willed in nature. A Bear is of great support and comfort to those who crave human

The abalone can differ from the image

putting this name on her

The generations of abuse have spawned a group of people who are dependent on a dominant culture and paternalistic Department of Indian Affairs

Tajáaw Sgáanuwaay

The Raven in a circle speaks to the story of trickster and creator from the Pacific Northwest

5 inches or 29 centimeters wide (without the red cotton tentacles) and about 9 inches or 23 centimeters deep

"Swan" is a limited edition giclée print by K’omoks artist Andy Everson with a primary edition of 200

The Totem or Crest Pole is carved in red cedar and painted in red

Leather necklace is not included

Ed’s final sketch showed far too much detail

The Panel represents a Chilkat Blanket design sandblasted into a 1/2 inch or about a 1

When the people woke up and headed down to the beach and found ten salmon