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SALMON BY TIM ALFRED 23TA8 |
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Dimensions: Length: 12 1/2 Inches, Height: 8 Inches, Depth: 3/4 Inch |
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This
one of a kind carving was handmade by Kwakwaka'wakw artist Tim Alfred in 2023. The plaque was created from traditional yellow cedar and displaying clean
cuts and lovely detail. Paint has been beautifully applied to accentuate the features of the Salmon. The piece
has been painstakingly knife finished, giving the piece lovely texture. Tim has signed the back of the carving and I will provide a copy of
his biography to the winner. FREE SHIPPING WORLDWIDE. |
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SALMON Salmon is an extremely important resource to Northwest Coast peoples and is a powerful symbol of regeneration, self-sacrifice, and perseverance. Failure to observe certain rituals, such as not listening to the wisdom of the elders, could ultimately result in Salmon shortages. Oral traditions tell of individuals that were taken by the Salmon, eventually returning with secret knowledge, enabling them to become shaman.
Salmon is easily recognizable by short
fins, round eyes, downward turned mouth, and a large bifurcated tail.
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TIM
ALFRED Tim Alfred was born in Alert
Bay, British Columbia in 1967 and moved to the village of Fort Rupert
in 1985. His family tree includes the bands of Kwaguilth (Fort Rupert),
Namgis (Alert Bay), Mumtagila (Etsekin), Mamalelegala (Village Island)
and Tlowitsis (Turnor Island).
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