Argillite Bear Pendant Tsimshian

Argillite Bear Pendant TsimshianThis Bear pendant is hand carved by Haida artist Cooper Wilson. It has been carved in argillite with an abalone inlay in the eye, and features fossilized ivory teeth. 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 company simply

10 inches wide

excluding the bail and stand

and orange/yellow acrylic

We are realizing the tremendous wealth of human resource that we are as aboriginal people of Canada

The Moon Symbol is the protector and guardian of the earth

He carried a talking stick representing the great blue heron and held the winter dance name

This Tsonokwa Mask or Wild Woman of the Woods Mask is carved in red cedar and signed by Native Master Carver Chief Tony Hunt from the Kwakwaka'wakw Nation

the box measures approximately 2 1/4 inches or 5 3/4 centimeters long

The pendant is close to 2 inches or 5 centimeters in diameter

experience

This panel is one of a total edition of 5 metal and cedar Raven Panels created

His dedication to his craft was inspirational