Argillite Round Killer Whale Pendant Woodpecker

Argillite Round Killer Whale Pendant WoodpeckerThis Orca or Killer Whale pendant is hand carved in argillite by Haida artist Gryn White. The Orca or Killer Whale symbolizes family, romance, longevity, harmony, travel, community and protection. He is said to protect those who travel away from home, and to lead them back when the time comes. Orcas will often stay their whole life with the same pod and raise each calf with care. Find more information about and examples of The Orca Killer Whale

This Raven

The mask is in excellent shape and shows a few minor scuffs

This mask has been carved from red cedar

while the adjacent two sides come together to represent the power and majesty of the Thunderbird's wings

She was the Nuu-chah-nulth daughter of the great Mowochaht Chief and Shaman

56 grams or 1

and twins are automatically given the rights to the Salmon dance and crest

and two as the Sisiutl's eyes

Thank you Ken and Judy and your children for a most memorable experience

Her colourful side reflects the inner wealth of knowledge

and the artist's use of ocean colors

This Pitch Woman Mask is carved in red cedar by Russell Tate from the Ditidaht First Nation on the southwest coast of Vancouver Island