Large Hummingbird Maskette Noblewoman

Large Hummingbird Maskette NoblewomanThis Hummingbird Maskette is uniquely hand carved and painted by Kwakwaka'wakw artist Rod Smith. It has been carved from basswood, sits on a removable red cedar base, and has been painted in acrylic. Rod is perhaps best known for his precise and elegant painting style. The Hummingbird teaches you to appreciate and love the miracle of living and to help you focus on the positivity in your life. Hummingbirds are often seen as joyful messengers and

The basic thought behind this creation was that if we identify with Christ in his crucifixion and death

The pendant measures approximately 2 1/2 inches or 6 1/4 centimeters high

and about 6 inches or 15 1/4 centimeters long

and 3/8 inches or 1 centimeters deep

and up to 1 1/4 inches or 3 centimeters thick

I thrive in a spirit of recovery from years of unhealthy living and thinking

From the original painting in the Colours Series

The Moon Symbol is the protector and guardian of the earth

For 3 years

vast and rugged area that is the West Coast of British Columbia has engulfed us for more than an hour now

the blind man asked his daughter to put the bill on a stick and raise it up above his house

The young warrior knew that her baby ogress never cried