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Salmon Cufflinks
Justin Rivard (Cree)

Salmon is fundamental to all coastal peoples, and is a symbol of regeneration, health and life. M...

Salmon is fundamental to all coastal peoples, and is a symbol of regeneration, health and life. Many myths tell of people taken to the undersea world of the Salmon and return with secret knowledge and powers. Salmon have always been viewed as the life force for Indigenous communities. Salmon is often represented by scales, small fins and striated tail fin.

$140.00

Frog Cufflinks
Justin Rivard (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.

$140.00

Wolf Money Clip
Justin Rivard (Cree)

"People respect the wolf for its strength, agility, intelligence and capacity for devotion...Wolf...

"People respect the wolf for its strength, agility, intelligence and capacity for devotion...Wolf is sometimes an agent of transformation, and is a popular figure in crest, story and shamanic art...Wolf serves as an inspiration and a charm for hunters and fishers, and skilled hunters often have Wolf spirit guides." (Shearar 2000:115). - Understanding Northwest Coast Art: A Guide to Crests, Beings and Symbols

$200.00

Eagle Money Clip
Justin Rivard (Cree)

The bald eagle is common all along the Northwest Coast, while the golden eagle lives mainly in mo...

The bald eagle is common all along the Northwest Coast, while the golden eagle lives mainly in mountainous regions. Eagles are large birds of prey with impressive hunting and fishing skills. 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 spirits are associated ...

$200.00

Three Raven Belt Buckle
Alvin Adkins (Haida)

This piece is available to order. Please contact the gallery directly for custom orders. Custom o...

This piece is available to order. Please contact the gallery directly for custom orders. Custom orders take approximately 4-6 weeks to complete.Raven is one of the most important figures in the oral traditions of the Northwest Coast. As a cultural hero, a transformer, and a trickster, his adventures at the beginning of time brought the world as we know it now into existence. It was Raven who placed the sun, moon and stars in the sky after stealing them from a supernatural chief. Raven also di...

$1,200.00

Screaming Eagle Belt Buckle
Shawn Hunt (Heiltsuk)

"Eagle is one of the most important beings in the art and mythology. It is respected for its inte...

"Eagle is one of the most important beings in the art and mythology. It is respected for its intelligence and power, as well as its extraordinary vision, in both literal and figurative sense. Eagles in myth are, likewise, usually noble characters. Eagle spirits are associated with lofty ideals and the pursuit of freedom. Eagle is revered as a powerful hunter. Eagle may often be depicted with Salmon, one of its favourite foods. Eagle feathers and down are sacred: traditionally, shamans believe...

$4,800.00

Bear Brooch, 1955
Bill Reid (Haida)

This brooch is stored off-site. To arrange a viewing, please contact the gallery directly.Bear is...

This brooch is stored off-site. To arrange a viewing, please contact the gallery directly.Bear is a dominant crest symbol. Bears are closely related to humans especially when standing on their hind legs, bridging the human and non-human realms. Their strength and intelligence are universally respected and they are considered to be helping spirits of warriors. Bear is often depicted with a short snout, round paws, stubby tail and bared teeth.

$45,000.00

Killer Whale Bracelet
Justin Rivard (Cree)

Killer Whales are widely considered clan ancestors. Living in human form in undersea villages, ki...

Killer Whales are widely considered clan ancestors. Living in human form in undersea villages, killer whales are often thought to be the reincarnations of great chiefs and are associated with wealth, unity and travel. Some prominent characteristic traits of Killer Whale are a rounded snout, blowhole, a dorsal fin, pectoral fins and a tail.

$130.00