Small Bear Mask Wood Feather

Small Bear Mask Wood FeatherThis Bear Mask was hand carved by Kwakwaka'wakw artist Gilbert Dawson. It has been carved from red cedar, painted in white acrylic with red acrylic framing the eyes, as well as mother of pearl shell inlayed eyes. It is trimmed with painted 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

The size is about 6 1/4  inches long

I did not hesitate

5 inches or 23

-Roy Henry Vickers

As he was walking the beach he heard a strange sound

28 fossil ivory teeth

soon enough

up to 9 1/2 inches wide and 13 inches deep

It was commissioned by an individual who claimed and was verified to be a representative of the Louvre Museum in Paris

This limited edition print run consists of 100 signed & numbered copies

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