Cree

106 items

Chief of the Undersea World Mask
Gene Brabant (Cree)

Signed "Gene Brabant Bella Coola Komaqwie"Komaqwie/Komokwa is the Chief of the Undersea World, an...

Signed "Gene Brabant Bella Coola Komaqwie"Komaqwie/Komokwa is the Chief of the Undersea World, and master and protector of the Seals, who are often considered symbols of wealth. His name means "Rich One" and he rules from a great house under the water. His house contains immense wealth in blankets, coppers, and other treasures. Many human supplicants of legendary history tried to reach this kingdom and those ancestral heroes who achieved their goal became wealthy and powerful, returning to th...

$5,000.00

Raven Earrings
Justin Rivard (Cree)

"Raven is one of the most important beings in Northwest Coast art and mythology, although the nat...

"Raven is one of the most important beings in Northwest Coast art and mythology, although the nature of his role varies from one culture to the next, and his predominance diminishes from north to south. To the Haida, Tlingit and Tsimshian, Raven is the original organizer, Trickster, Transformer, teacher, catalyst and chief spirit. He is also a relentless schemer and practical joker, lustful, impulsive, cunning, shameless and without remorse."

$70.00

Frog Earrings
Val Malesku (Cree)

$130.00

Frog Earrings
Val Malesku (Cree)

$130.00

Salmon Egg Pendant
Val Malesku (Cree)

$90.00

Salmon Bowl
Lorrie Pambrun (Cree)

$1,800.00

Raven Pendant
Val Malesku (Cree)

$590.00

Wild Woman Mask
Jay Brabant (Cree)

$4,000.00

Eagle Paddle
Jay Brabant (Cree)

$4,000.00

Eagle Earrings
Val Malesku (Cree)

Eagle is one of the most important beings in the art and mythology of the Northwest Coast. It is ...

Eagle is one of the most important beings in the art and mythology of the Northwest Coast. It is respected for its intel­ligence and power, as well as its extraordinary vision, in both the literal and figurative senses. Eagles in myth are, likewise, usu­ally noble characters. Eagle is revered as a powerful hunter. Groups of mythical Eagles may gather for co-operative whale hunting expeditions, since, unlike the giant Thunderbird, Eagle is not strong enough to hunt whales alone. Eagle may ofte...

$620.00

Frog Earrings
Val Malesku (Cree)

"As a creature that lives in two worlds, water and land, the frog is revered for its adaptability...

"As a creature that lives in two worlds, water and land, the frog is revered for its adaptability, knowledge and power to traverse worlds and inhabit diverse realms, both natural and supernatural. Frogs are the primary spirit helper of shamans" (Shearar 2000:48) - Understanding Northwest Coast Art: A Guide to Crests, Beings and Symbols

$170.00

Hummingbird Wrap Ring
Justin Rivard (Cree)

Rings are available to order in various sizes. Please contact the gallery directly.Hummingbirds a...

Rings are available to order in various sizes. Please contact the gallery directly.Hummingbirds are often described in stories as tiny rainbows. They symbolize love, beauty, wealth and prestige. Hummingbirds are known as a symbol of good luck to anyone who sees them. Hummingbird can be distinguished by a long pointed beak and is often shown alongside floral elements.

$180.00

Halibut Bowl
Lorrie Pambrun (Cree)

$2,200.00

Eagle Panel
Jay Brabant (Cree)

Eagle is one of the most important beings in the art and mythology of the Northwest Coast. It is ...

Eagle is one of the most important beings in the art and mythology of the Northwest Coast. It is respected for its intel­ligence and power, as well as its extraordinary vision, in both the literal and figurative senses. Eagles in myth are, likewise, usu­ally noble characters. Eagle is revered as a powerful hunter. Groups of mythical Eagles may gather for co-operative whale hunting expeditions, since, unlike the giant Thunderbird, Eagle is not strong enough to hunt whales alone. Eagle may ofte...

$8,000.00

Shark Mask
Jay Brabant (Cree)

Signed "Northern Style Humanoid Shark by Jay & Gene Brabant"

Signed "Northern Style Humanoid Shark by Jay & Gene Brabant"

$5,500.00

Hummingbird Earrings
Justin Rivard (Cree)

Hummingbirds are often described in stories as tiny rainbows. They symbolize love, beauty, wealth...

Hummingbirds are often described in stories as tiny rainbows. They symbolize love, beauty, wealth and prestige. Hummingbirds are known as a symbol of good luck to anyone who sees them. Hummingbird can be distinguished by a long pointed beak and is often shown alongside floral elements.

$70.00

I Am Your Sunshine and Your Shadow
Joshua Prescott-Shaw (Cree)

Edition /100This print is only available framed.Hand Painted, Black and White Serigraph

Edition /100This print is only available framed.Hand Painted, Black and White Serigraph

$775.00

Portrait Mask
Joshua Prescott-Shaw (Cree)

Human heroes and human-like personifications of sun and wind are common in Northwest Coast iconog...

Human heroes and human-like personifications of sun and wind are common in Northwest Coast iconography. Human faces hidden in other crests reveal the transformative ability of all animals.

$6,000.00

Dzunukwa Transformation Mask
Lorrie Pambrun (Cree)

Dimensions are of the mask closed and excluding cedar bark.Open Dimensions: 23" H x 27 ½" W x 10 ...

Dimensions are of the mask closed and excluding cedar bark.Open Dimensions: 23" H x 27 ½" W x 10 ½" D

$7,000.00

Dragonfly Pendant
Val Malesku (Cree)

$110.00

Frog Pendant
Val Malesku (Cree)

Frogs are both social, vocal and are associated with the power of transformation and the ability ...

Frogs are both social, vocal and are associated with the power of transformation and the ability to traverse worlds. As the primary spirit helpers of shamans, frogs are communicators and often represent the voice of the people. Frogs were often carved at the top of totem poles to symbolize the communication of warnings or impending danger. Frog is generally given large eyes, prominent lips with a projecting tongue and webbed feet.

$1,400.00

Feather Earrings
Justin Rivard (Cree)

Feather and down are often used in ceremonial contexts and are symbolic of supernatural powers.  ...

Feather and down are often used in ceremonial contexts and are symbolic of supernatural powers.  Feathers may also symbolize communication, healing and hospitality.

$50.00

Eagle Earrings
Val Malesku (Cree)

Eagle is one of the most important beings in the art and mythology of the Northwest Coast. It is ...

Eagle is one of the most important beings in the art and mythology of the Northwest Coast. It is respected for its intel­ligence and power, as well as its extraordinary vision, in both the literal and figurative senses. Eagles in myth are, likewise, usu­ally noble characters. Eagle is revered as a powerful hunter. Groups of mythical Eagles may gather for co-operative whale hunting expeditions, since, unlike the giant Thunderbird, Eagle is not strong enough to hunt whales alone. Eagle may ofte...

$100.00