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Rod Smith
Under the guidance of his Father, Harris Smith (1942-2005), Rod Smith has studied traditional Kwakwaka'wakw design forms and styles. The result of their collaboration has been a very distinct family style, also practiced by his brother, Steve. The Smith family essentially utilizes the traditional forms of their culture in a somewhat non-traditional manner.
In 2005, Rod's work featured alongside that of his brother and father's in a group exhibition. Rod is a versatile woodworker, creating unique sculptures in basswood, yellow cedar, and alder. The intricately painted pieces of the Smith family are much sought after and can be found in homes all over the world.
Rod is most known for his detailed and elegant painting style. His works consist of sculptures, masks, poles, original paintings, plates, vessels, bowls and bentwood boxes. In 2005, Rod was featured in the 'Changing Hands: Art Without Reservation 2' exhibition that opened at the Museum of Arts and Design in New York.
"Smile" Sculpture
Rod Smith (Kwakwaka'wakw)
These works are hand-painted and design features may vary.
These works are hand-painted and design features may vary.
$900.00
"The Path To..." Bentwood Box
Rod Smith (Kwakwaka'wakw)
"The box has a repeating theme throughout all of the five sides, including the top. Each pathway ...
"The box has a repeating theme throughout all of the five sides, including the top. Each pathway starts at the flat end, curling back towards itself. While each pathway is similar, each one is distinct. Each pathway also begins from a different cardinal point. East, West, North, and South (The Four Directions). The name is supposed to invoke some whimsy as we are all on our own path, yet on the same one. Wherever we begin..... we all end up at the same destination." Rod Smith, 2022
$2,500.00
Salmon on Driftwood
Rod Smith (Kwakwaka'wakw)
Indigenous artwork on the Pacific Northwest Coast often incorporates figures and animals that are...
Indigenous artwork on the Pacific Northwest Coast often incorporates figures and animals that are related to crest symbols. Crests have been passed down through families and have varying meanings depending on the context and association with a nation, clan, or family. The figures depicted in contemporary Northwest Coast Indigenous artwork also have varying meanings but there are some common characteristics from a range of sources, including oral histories and artist descriptions. Salmon was a...
$1,000.00
Salmon on Driftwood
Rod Smith (Kwakwaka'wakw)
Indigenous artwork on the Pacific Northwest Coast often incorporates figures and animals that are...
Indigenous artwork on the Pacific Northwest Coast often incorporates figures and animals that are related to crest symbols. Crests have been passed down through families and have varying meanings depending on the context and association with a nation, clan, or family. The figures depicted in contemporary Northwest Coast Indigenous artwork also have varying meanings but there are some common characteristics from a range of sources, including oral histories and artist descriptions. Salmon was a...
$1,000.00
Salmon Plate
Rod Smith (Kwakwaka'wakw)
Indigenous artwork on the Pacific Northwest Coast often incorporates figures and animals that are...
Indigenous artwork on the Pacific Northwest Coast often incorporates figures and animals that are related to crest symbols. Crests have been passed down through families and have varying meanings depending on the context and association with a nation, clan, or family. The figures depicted in contemporary Northwest Coast Indigenous artwork also have varying meanings but there are some common characteristics from a range of sources, including oral histories and artist descriptions. Salmon was a...
$1,200.00
Seal Head
Rod Smith (Kwakwaka'wakw)
These works are hand-painted and design features may vary.
These works are hand-painted and design features may vary.
$1,600.00
Seal Head
Rod Smith (Kwakwaka'wakw)
These works are hand-painted and design features may vary. Indigenous artwork on the Pacific No...
These works are hand-painted and design features may vary. Indigenous artwork on the Pacific Northwest Coast often incorporates figures and animals that are related to crest symbols. Crests have been passed down through families and have varying meanings depending on the context and association with a nation, clan, or family. The figures depicted in contemporary Northwest Coast Indigenous artwork also have varying meanings but there are some common characteristics from a range of sources, i...
$700.00
Seal Head
Rod Smith (Kwakwaka'wakw)
These works are hand-painted and design features may vary. Indigenous artwork on the Pacific No...
These works are hand-painted and design features may vary. Indigenous artwork on the Pacific Northwest Coast often incorporates figures and animals that are related to crest symbols. Crests have been passed down through families and have varying meanings depending on the context and association with a nation, clan, or family. The figures depicted in contemporary Northwest Coast Indigenous artwork also have varying meanings but there are some common characteristics from a range of sources, i...
$1,600.00
Seal Head
Rod Smith (Kwakwaka'wakw)
These works are hand-painted and design features may vary. Indigenous artwork on the Pacific No...
These works are hand-painted and design features may vary. Indigenous artwork on the Pacific Northwest Coast often incorporates figures and animals that are related to crest symbols. Crests have been passed down through families and have varying meanings depending on the context and association with a nation, clan, or family. The figures depicted in contemporary Northwest Coast Indigenous artwork also have varying meanings but there are some common characteristics from a range of sources, i...
$1,600.00
Seal Head
Rod Smith (Kwakwaka'wakw)
These works are hand-painted and design features may vary.
These works are hand-painted and design features may vary.
$700.00
Spy Hop Killer Whale (Large)
Rod Smith (Kwakwaka'wakw)
These works are hand-painted and design features may vary. The term 'Spy Hop' refers to the actio...
These works are hand-painted and design features may vary. The term 'Spy Hop' refers to the action when Killer Whales bob near the surface of the water, 'spying' on their surroundings. Indigenous artwork on the Pacific Northwest Coast often incorporates figures and animals that are related to crest symbols. Crests have been passed down through families and have varying meanings depending on the context and association with a nation, clan, or family. The figures depicted in contemporary Northw...
$2,400.00
Spy Hop Killer Whale (Large)
Rod Smith (Kwakwaka'wakw)
These works are hand-painted and design features may vary. The term 'Spy Hop' refers to the actio...
These works are hand-painted and design features may vary. The term 'Spy Hop' refers to the action when Killer Whales bob near the surface of the water, 'spying' on their surroundings. Indigenous artwork on the Pacific Northwest Coast often incorporates figures and animals that are related to crest symbols. Crests have been passed down through families and have varying meanings depending on the context and association with a nation, clan, or family. The figures depicted in contemporary Northw...
$2,400.00
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