Gwaai Edenshaw
Haida Nation
Gwaai Edenshaw (Hluugiitgaa) is an Eagle from the Ts’aalth clan. He was born in 1977 to Jenny Nelson, an author and teacher, and Guujaaw, a drummer, carver and former president of the Council for the Haida Nation.
Gwaai, as a baby, hung from a pole in Skidegate in his Jolly Jumper while his father carved. Since then, his experience in creating art has ranged from comic book drawing, to totem pole carving, to creating gold, silver and argillite jewelry.
The late Bill Reid began mentoring and training him in the traditional forms of Haida art when Gwaai was sixteen. At the age of nineteen, Gwaai worked on his first totem pole under his father, Guujaaw. It was a forty-footer, which now stands in Indonesia. Since then, he has worked on three additional poles with his father.
In 2002, Gwaai assisted Michael Nicoll Yahgulanaas with his graphic novel, “A Tale of Two Shamans.” This experience nurtured a penchant for more experimental themes in Haida art.
As a graduate of Vancouver Community College, Gwaai studied Jewelry Art and Design. Casting was of particular interest to him and remains his preferred medium to this day. His works boast a refined and delicate design, complemented with Abalone shell embellishment. His miniature scale jewelry pieces are delicate and intricate, exemplifying his attention to detail.
In the last few years, Gwaai has branched out to film and co-directed on ‘Edge of the Knife’ – the first feature film to tell a story about the Haida people set in the 19th century and performed entirely in the Haida language. It premiered at the 2018 Toronto International Film Festival in September.
Gwaai is also one of the founding members of the Q’altsi’da Kaa players, who are currently engaged in their inaugural project, “Sounding Gambling Sticks,” a play to be performed entirely in the Haida language. He currently lives on Vancouver Island.
Works by this Artist (Present + Past + Public)
Present Works
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“SINX” Pendant
Gwaai Edenshaw
CA$65.00Copper, Impressed
The “SINX” design is indicative of Haida gambling sticks. The Haida had several gambling games, one high-stakes game notably involved the use of elaborately decorated sticks. Versions of the sticks can be found in museums and collections worldwide.
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Nang King Guhl Slaas “The One Who Is Looking Out” Bracelet
Gwaai Edenshaw
CA$250.00Sterling silver, Impressed
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Nang King Guhl Slaas “The One Who Is Looking Out” Bracelet
Gwaai Edenshaw
Price upon request18K Yellow gold, Impressed
Domed -
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Nang King Guhl Slaas “The One Who Is Looking Out” Bracelet
Gwaai Edenshaw
CA$585.00Sterling silver, Impressed
Asymmetric Design – Tapers to 1″ -
Nang King Guhl Slaas “The One Who Is Looking Out” Bracelet
Gwaai Edenshaw
SOLDSterling silver, Impressed
Domed -
Nang King Guhl Slaas “The One Who Is Looking Out” Bracelet
Gwaai Edenshaw
CA$510.00Sterling silver, Impressed
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Nang King Guhl Slaas “The One Who Is Looking Out” Bracelet
Gwaai Edenshaw
CA$510.00Sterling silver, Impressed
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Nang King Guhl Slaas “The One Who Is Looking Out” Bracelet
Gwaai Edenshaw
CA$510.00Sterling silver, Impressed
Asymmetric Design – Tapers to 1″ -
Nang King Guhl Slaas “The One Who Is Looking Out” Bracelet
Gwaai Edenshaw
CA$510.00Sterling silver, Impressed
Asymmetric Design – Tapers to 1″ -
Nang King Guhl Slaas “The One Who Is Looking Out” Bracelet
Gwaai Edenshaw
CA$510.00Sterling silver, Impressed
Asymmetric Design – Tapers to 1″ -
“NAXIIN” (Haida Chilkat Blanket) Bracelet
Gwaai Edenshaw
CA$510.00Sterling silver, Impressed
Asymmetric Design – Tapers to 0.5″ -
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Nang King Guhl Slaas “The One Who Is Looking Out” Bracelet
Gwaai Edenshaw
CA$435.00Sterling silver, Impressed
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Nang King Guhl Slaas “The One Who Is Looking Out” Bracelet
Gwaai Edenshaw
CA$435.00Sterling silver, Impressed
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Nang King Guhl Slaas “The One Who Is Looking Out” Bracelet
Gwaai Edenshaw
CA$435.00Sterling silver, Impressed
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Nang King Guhl Slaas “The One Who Is Looking Out” Bracelet
Gwaai Edenshaw
CA$360.00Sterling silver, Impressed
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Nang King Guhl Slaas “The One Who Is Looking Out” Bracelet
Gwaai Edenshaw
CA$360.00Sterling silver, Impressed
Domed -
Nang King Guhl Slaas “The One Who Is Looking Out” Bracelet
Gwaai Edenshaw
CA$360.00Sterling silver, Impressed
Domed -
Nang King Guhl Slaas “The One Who Is Looking Out” Bracelet
Gwaai Edenshaw
CA$280.00Sterling silver, Impressed
Asymmetric Design – Tapers to 0.5″ -
Nang King Guhl Slaas “The One Who Is Looking Out” Bracelet
Gwaai Edenshaw
CA$280.00Sterling silver, Impressed
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Nang King Guhl Slaas “The One Who Is Looking Out” Bracelet
Gwaai Edenshaw
CA$280.00Sterling silver, Impressed
Domed -
Nang King Guhl Slaas “The One Who Is Looking Out” Bracelet
Gwaai Edenshaw
CA$250.00Sterling silver, Impressed
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“Variations of the Raven Story” Pendant
Gwaai Edenshaw
CA$110.00Sterling silver, Copper (Artist’s Signature Seal), Impressed
Part of Gwaai’s Regalia jewelry line, featuring handmade works that depict abstraction of the Haida form. The motifs impressed on each piece are borrowed from a dismantled a bentwood box design featuring variations of the Raven story. As an extension of this original concept, Gwaai has developed other themes such as reinterpreting Naxiin or Chilkat blanket weaving designs. After embossing on sterling silver or copper sheets, each specific design is carefully chosen for its aesthetic and narrative qualities. They are then shaped and polished by hand, ensuring no two pieces will ever be identical.
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“Initiation” Bracelet
Gwaai Edenshaw
CA$285.00Copper, Impressed
Asymmetric Design – Tapers to 0.75″From Gwaai Edenshaw:
“Like fragmented artifacts or a keyhole peek at a larger design, this is the essence of the Regalia Line. From an idea conceived over a decade ago, through techniques fine-tuned over the last 5 years comes a new line by designer Gwaai Edenshaw.
Initiation is the inaugural collection by Regalia. These one-of-a-kind pieces merge Haida tradition with modern fashion for a distinct combination of quality and style.
Once embossed on sterling silver or gold sheets, specific images are carefully chosen for their aesthetic and narrative qualities. These are then shaped and polished by hand ensuring no two pieces will ever be alike.”
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“Initiation” Bracelet
Gwaai Edenshaw
CA$560.00Copper, Impressed
Asymmetric Design – Tapers to 1″From Gwaai Edenshaw:
“Like fragmented artifacts or a keyhole peek at a larger design, this is the essence of the Regalia Line. From an idea conceived over a decade ago, through techniques fine-tuned over the last 5 years comes a new line by designer Gwaai Edenshaw.
Initiation is the inaugural collection by Regalia. These one-of-a-kind pieces merge Haida tradition with modern fashion for a distinct combination of quality and style.
Once embossed on sterling silver or gold sheets, specific images are carefully chosen for their aesthetic and narrative qualities. These are then shaped and polished by hand ensuring no two pieces will ever be alike.”
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Totem Pendant
Gwaai Edenshaw
Price upon requestRaven, Bear Mother Bear & Cub, Eagle with Human, Killerwhale & Salmon
22K Yellow Gold, Cast
Edition of 7
20202.5 x 7/16 x 0.25” (excluding bale)
3 x 7/16 x 0.25” (including bale)
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“NAXIIN” (Haida Chilkat Blanket) Bracelet
Gwaai Edenshaw
CA$415.00Sterling silver, Impressed, Oxidized
Asymmetric Design – Tapers to 0.5″ -
“NAXIIN” (Haida Chilkat Blanket) Bracelet
Gwaai Edenshaw
CA$490.00Sterling silver, Impressed, Oxidized
Asymmetric Design – Tapers to 1″ -
“NAXIIN” (Haida Chilkat Blanket) Bracelet
Gwaai Edenshaw
RESERVEDSterling silver, Impressed, Oxidized
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“Initiation” Bracelet
Gwaai Edenshaw
CA$250.00Sterling silver, Impressed
From Gwaai Edenshaw:
“Like fragmented artifacts or a keyhole peek at a larger design, this is the essence of the Regalia Line. From an idea conceived over a decade ago, through techniques fine-tuned over the last 5 years comes a new line by designer Gwaai Edenshaw.
Initiation is the inaugural collection by Regalia. These one-of-a-kind pieces merge Haida tradition with modern fashion for a distinct combination of quality and style.
Once embossed on sterling silver or gold sheets, specific images are carefully chosen for their aesthetic and narrative qualities. These are then shaped and polished by hand ensuring no two pieces will ever be alike.”
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“Initiation” Bracelet
Gwaai Edenshaw
CA$510.00Sterling silver, Impressed
Asymmetric Design – Tapers to 1″From Gwaai Edenshaw:
“Like fragmented artifacts or a keyhole peek at a larger design, this is the essence of the Regalia Line. From an idea conceived over a decade ago, through techniques fine-tuned over the last 5 years comes a new line by designer Gwaai Edenshaw.
Initiation is the inaugural collection by Regalia. These one-of-a-kind pieces merge Haida tradition with modern fashion for a distinct combination of quality and style.
Once embossed on sterling silver or gold sheets, specific images are carefully chosen for their aesthetic and narrative qualities. These are then shaped and polished by hand ensuring no two pieces will ever be alike.”
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“Initiation” Bracelet
Gwaai Edenshaw
CA$510.00Sterling silver, Impressed
Asymmetric Design – Tapers to 1″From Gwaai Edenshaw:
“Like fragmented artifacts or a keyhole peek at a larger design, this is the essence of the Regalia Line. From an idea conceived over a decade ago, through techniques fine-tuned over the last 5 years comes a new line by designer Gwaai Edenshaw.
Initiation is the inaugural collection by Regalia. These one-of-a-kind pieces merge Haida tradition with modern fashion for a distinct combination of quality and style.
Once embossed on sterling silver or gold sheets, specific images are carefully chosen for their aesthetic and narrative qualities. These are then shaped and polished by hand ensuring no two pieces will ever be alike.”
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“Initiation” Bracelet
Gwaai Edenshaw
CA$435.00Sterling silver, Impressed
DomedFrom Gwaai Edenshaw:
“Like fragmented artifacts or a keyhole peek at a larger design, this is the essence of the Regalia Line. From an idea conceived over a decade ago, through techniques fine-tuned over the last 5 years comes a new line by designer Gwaai Edenshaw.
Initiation is the inaugural collection by Regalia. These one-of-a-kind pieces merge Haida tradition with modern fashion for a distinct combination of quality and style.
Once embossed on sterling silver or gold sheets, specific images are carefully chosen for their aesthetic and narrative qualities. These are then shaped and polished by hand ensuring no two pieces will ever be alike.”
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“Initiation” Bracelet
Gwaai Edenshaw
CA$435.00Sterling silver, Impressed
DomedFrom Gwaai Edenshaw:
“Like fragmented artifacts or a keyhole peek at a larger design, this is the essence of the Regalia Line. From an idea conceived over a decade ago, through techniques fine-tuned over the last 5 years comes a new line by designer Gwaai Edenshaw.
Initiation is the inaugural collection by Regalia. These one-of-a-kind pieces merge Haida tradition with modern fashion for a distinct combination of quality and style.
Once embossed on sterling silver or gold sheets, specific images are carefully chosen for their aesthetic and narrative qualities. These are then shaped and polished by hand ensuring no two pieces will ever be alike.”
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“Initiation” Bracelet
Gwaai Edenshaw
CA$435.00Sterling silver, Impressed
From Gwaai Edenshaw:
“Like fragmented artifacts or a keyhole peek at a larger design, this is the essence of the Regalia Line. From an idea conceived over a decade ago, through techniques fine-tuned over the last 5 years comes a new line by designer Gwaai Edenshaw.
Initiation is the inaugural collection by Regalia. These one-of-a-kind pieces merge Haida tradition with modern fashion for a distinct combination of quality and style.
Once embossed on sterling silver or gold sheets, specific images are carefully chosen for their aesthetic and narrative qualities. These are then shaped and polished by hand ensuring no two pieces will ever be alike.”
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“Initiation” Bracelet
Gwaai Edenshaw
CA$360.00Sterling silver, Impressed
Domed, TaperedFrom Gwaai Edenshaw:
“Like fragmented artifacts or a keyhole peek at a larger design, this is the essence of the Regalia Line. From an idea conceived over a decade ago, through techniques fine-tuned over the last 5 years comes a new line by designer Gwaai Edenshaw.
Initiation is the inaugural collection by Regalia. These one-of-a-kind pieces merge Haida tradition with modern fashion for a distinct combination of quality and style.
Once embossed on sterling silver or gold sheets, specific images are carefully chosen for their aesthetic and narrative qualities. These are then shaped and polished by hand ensuring no two pieces will ever be alike.”
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“Initiation” Bracelet
Gwaai Edenshaw
CA$360.00Sterling silver, Impressed
DomedFrom Gwaai Edenshaw:
“Like fragmented artifacts or a keyhole peek at a larger design, this is the essence of the Regalia Line. From an idea conceived over a decade ago, through techniques fine-tuned over the last 5 years comes a new line by designer Gwaai Edenshaw.
Initiation is the inaugural collection by Regalia. These one-of-a-kind pieces merge Haida tradition with modern fashion for a distinct combination of quality and style.
Once embossed on sterling silver or gold sheets, specific images are carefully chosen for their aesthetic and narrative qualities. These are then shaped and polished by hand ensuring no two pieces will ever be alike.”
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“Initiation” Bracelet
Gwaai Edenshaw
CA$360.00Sterling silver, Impressed
DomedFrom Gwaai Edenshaw:
“Like fragmented artifacts or a keyhole peek at a larger design, this is the essence of the Regalia Line. From an idea conceived over a decade ago, through techniques fine-tuned over the last 5 years comes a new line by designer Gwaai Edenshaw.
Initiation is the inaugural collection by Regalia. These one-of-a-kind pieces merge Haida tradition with modern fashion for a distinct combination of quality and style.
Once embossed on sterling silver or gold sheets, specific images are carefully chosen for their aesthetic and narrative qualities. These are then shaped and polished by hand ensuring no two pieces will ever be alike.”
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“Initiation” Bracelet
Gwaai Edenshaw
CA$360.00Sterling silver, Impressed
DomedFrom Gwaai Edenshaw:
“Like fragmented artifacts or a keyhole peek at a larger design, this is the essence of the Regalia Line. From an idea conceived over a decade ago, through techniques fine-tuned over the last 5 years comes a new line by designer Gwaai Edenshaw.
Initiation is the inaugural collection by Regalia. These one-of-a-kind pieces merge Haida tradition with modern fashion for a distinct combination of quality and style.
Once embossed on sterling silver or gold sheets, specific images are carefully chosen for their aesthetic and narrative qualities. These are then shaped and polished by hand ensuring no two pieces will ever be alike.”
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“Initiation” Bracelet
Gwaai Edenshaw
CA$360.00Sterling silver, Impressed
From Gwaai Edenshaw:
“Like fragmented artifacts or a keyhole peek at a larger design, this is the essence of the Regalia Line. From an idea conceived over a decade ago, through techniques fine-tuned over the last 5 years comes a new line by designer Gwaai Edenshaw.
Initiation is the inaugural collection by Regalia. These one-of-a-kind pieces merge Haida tradition with modern fashion for a distinct combination of quality and style.
Once embossed on sterling silver or gold sheets, specific images are carefully chosen for their aesthetic and narrative qualities. These are then shaped and polished by hand ensuring no two pieces will ever be alike.”
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“Initiation” Bracelet
Gwaai Edenshaw
CA$360.00Sterling silver, Impressed
From Gwaai Edenshaw:
“Like fragmented artifacts or a keyhole peek at a larger design, this is the essence of the Regalia Line. From an idea conceived over a decade ago, through techniques fine-tuned over the last 5 years comes a new line by designer Gwaai Edenshaw.
Initiation is the inaugural collection by Regalia. These one-of-a-kind pieces merge Haida tradition with modern fashion for a distinct combination of quality and style.
Once embossed on sterling silver or gold sheets, specific images are carefully chosen for their aesthetic and narrative qualities. These are then shaped and polished by hand ensuring no two pieces will ever be alike.”
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“Initiation” Bracelet
Gwaai Edenshaw
CA$360.00Sterling silver, Impressed
From Gwaai Edenshaw:
“Like fragmented artifacts or a keyhole peek at a larger design, this is the essence of the Regalia Line. From an idea conceived over a decade ago, through techniques fine-tuned over the last 5 years comes a new line by designer Gwaai Edenshaw.
Initiation is the inaugural collection by Regalia. These one-of-a-kind pieces merge Haida tradition with modern fashion for a distinct combination of quality and style.
Once embossed on sterling silver or gold sheets, specific images are carefully chosen for their aesthetic and narrative qualities. These are then shaped and polished by hand ensuring no two pieces will ever be alike.”
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“Initiation” Bracelet
Gwaai Edenshaw
CA$280.00Sterling silver, Impressed
DomedFrom Gwaai Edenshaw:
“Like fragmented artifacts or a keyhole peek at a larger design, this is the essence of the Regalia Line. From an idea conceived over a decade ago, through techniques fine-tuned over the last 5 years comes a new line by designer Gwaai Edenshaw.
Initiation is the inaugural collection by Regalia. These one-of-a-kind pieces merge Haida tradition with modern fashion for a distinct combination of quality and style.
Once embossed on sterling silver or gold sheets, specific images are carefully chosen for their aesthetic and narrative qualities. These are then shaped and polished by hand ensuring no two pieces will ever be alike.”
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“Initiation” Bracelet
Gwaai Edenshaw
CA$280.00Sterling silver, Impressed
DomedFrom Gwaai Edenshaw:
“Like fragmented artifacts or a keyhole peek at a larger design, this is the essence of the Regalia Line. From an idea conceived over a decade ago, through techniques fine-tuned over the last 5 years comes a new line by designer Gwaai Edenshaw.
Initiation is the inaugural collection by Regalia. These one-of-a-kind pieces merge Haida tradition with modern fashion for a distinct combination of quality and style.
Once embossed on sterling silver or gold sheets, specific images are carefully chosen for their aesthetic and narrative qualities. These are then shaped and polished by hand ensuring no two pieces will ever be alike.”
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“Initiation” Bracelet
Gwaai Edenshaw
CA$280.00Sterling silver, Impressed
DomedFrom Gwaai Edenshaw:
“Like fragmented artifacts or a keyhole peek at a larger design, this is the essence of the Regalia Line. From an idea conceived over a decade ago, through techniques fine-tuned over the last 5 years comes a new line by designer Gwaai Edenshaw.
Initiation is the inaugural collection by Regalia. These one-of-a-kind pieces merge Haida tradition with modern fashion for a distinct combination of quality and style.
Once embossed on sterling silver or gold sheets, specific images are carefully chosen for their aesthetic and narrative qualities. These are then shaped and polished by hand ensuring no two pieces will ever be alike.”
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“Initiation” Bracelet
Gwaai Edenshaw
CA$280.00Sterling silver, Impressed
Domed, TaperedFrom Gwaai Edenshaw:
“Like fragmented artifacts or a keyhole peek at a larger design, this is the essence of the Regalia Line. From an idea conceived over a decade ago, through techniques fine-tuned over the last 5 years comes a new line by designer Gwaai Edenshaw.
Initiation is the inaugural collection by Regalia. These one-of-a-kind pieces merge Haida tradition with modern fashion for a distinct combination of quality and style.
Once embossed on sterling silver or gold sheets, specific images are carefully chosen for their aesthetic and narrative qualities. These are then shaped and polished by hand ensuring no two pieces will ever be alike.”
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“Initiation” Bracelet
Gwaai Edenshaw
CA$280.00Sterling silver, Impressed
From Gwaai Edenshaw:
“Like fragmented artifacts or a keyhole peek at a larger design, this is the essence of the Regalia Line. From an idea conceived over a decade ago, through techniques fine-tuned over the last 5 years comes a new line by designer Gwaai Edenshaw.
Initiation is the inaugural collection by Regalia. These one-of-a-kind pieces merge Haida tradition with modern fashion for a distinct combination of quality and style.
Once embossed on sterling silver or gold sheets, specific images are carefully chosen for their aesthetic and narrative qualities. These are then shaped and polished by hand ensuring no two pieces will ever be alike.”
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“Initiation” Bracelet
Gwaai Edenshaw
CA$280.00Sterling silver, Impressed
From Gwaai Edenshaw:
“Like fragmented artifacts or a keyhole peek at a larger design, this is the essence of the Regalia Line. From an idea conceived over a decade ago, through techniques fine-tuned over the last 5 years comes a new line by designer Gwaai Edenshaw.
Initiation is the inaugural collection by Regalia. These one-of-a-kind pieces merge Haida tradition with modern fashion for a distinct combination of quality and style.
Once embossed on sterling silver or gold sheets, specific images are carefully chosen for their aesthetic and narrative qualities. These are then shaped and polished by hand ensuring no two pieces will ever be alike.”
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“Initiation” Bracelet
Gwaai Edenshaw
CA$250.00Sterling silver, Impressed
DomedFrom Gwaai Edenshaw:
“Like fragmented artifacts or a keyhole peek at a larger design, this is the essence of the Regalia Line. From an idea conceived over a decade ago, through techniques fine-tuned over the last 5 years comes a new line by designer Gwaai Edenshaw.
Initiation is the inaugural collection by Regalia. These one-of-a-kind pieces merge Haida tradition with modern fashion for a distinct combination of quality and style.
Once embossed on sterling silver or gold sheets, specific images are carefully chosen for their aesthetic and narrative qualities. These are then shaped and polished by hand ensuring no two pieces will ever be alike.”
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“Initiation” Bracelet
Gwaai Edenshaw
CA$250.00Sterling silver, Impressed
DomedFrom Gwaai Edenshaw:
“Like fragmented artifacts or a keyhole peek at a larger design, this is the essence of the Regalia Line. From an idea conceived over a decade ago, through techniques fine-tuned over the last 5 years comes a new line by designer Gwaai Edenshaw.
Initiation is the inaugural collection by Regalia. These one-of-a-kind pieces merge Haida tradition with modern fashion for a distinct combination of quality and style.
Once embossed on sterling silver or gold sheets, specific images are carefully chosen for their aesthetic and narrative qualities. These are then shaped and polished by hand ensuring no two pieces will ever be alike.”
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“Initiation” Bracelet
Gwaai Edenshaw
CA$250.00Sterling silver, Impressed
DomedFrom Gwaai Edenshaw:
“Like fragmented artifacts or a keyhole peek at a larger design, this is the essence of the Regalia Line. From an idea conceived over a decade ago, through techniques fine-tuned over the last 5 years comes a new line by designer Gwaai Edenshaw.
Initiation is the inaugural collection by Regalia. These one-of-a-kind pieces merge Haida tradition with modern fashion for a distinct combination of quality and style.
Once embossed on sterling silver or gold sheets, specific images are carefully chosen for their aesthetic and narrative qualities. These are then shaped and polished by hand ensuring no two pieces will ever be alike.”
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“Initiation” Bracelet
Gwaai Edenshaw
CA$250.00Sterling silver, Impressed
DomedFrom Gwaai Edenshaw:
“Like fragmented artifacts or a keyhole peek at a larger design, this is the essence of the Regalia Line. From an idea conceived over a decade ago, through techniques fine-tuned over the last 5 years comes a new line by designer Gwaai Edenshaw.
Initiation is the inaugural collection by Regalia. These one-of-a-kind pieces merge Haida tradition with modern fashion for a distinct combination of quality and style.
Once embossed on sterling silver or gold sheets, specific images are carefully chosen for their aesthetic and narrative qualities. These are then shaped and polished by hand ensuring no two pieces will ever be alike.”
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“Initiation” Bracelet
Gwaai Edenshaw
CA$250.00Sterling silver, Impressed
DomedFrom Gwaai Edenshaw:
“Like fragmented artifacts or a keyhole peek at a larger design, this is the essence of the Regalia Line. From an idea conceived over a decade ago, through techniques fine-tuned over the last 5 years comes a new line by designer Gwaai Edenshaw.
Initiation is the inaugural collection by Regalia. These one-of-a-kind pieces merge Haida tradition with modern fashion for a distinct combination of quality and style.
Once embossed on sterling silver or gold sheets, specific images are carefully chosen for their aesthetic and narrative qualities. These are then shaped and polished by hand ensuring no two pieces will ever be alike.”
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“Initiation” Bracelet
Gwaai Edenshaw
CA$250.00Sterling silver, Impressed
From Gwaai Edenshaw:
“Like fragmented artifacts or a keyhole peek at a larger design, this is the essence of the Regalia Line. From an idea conceived over a decade ago, through techniques fine-tuned over the last 5 years comes a new line by designer Gwaai Edenshaw.
Initiation is the inaugural collection by Regalia. These one-of-a-kind pieces merge Haida tradition with modern fashion for a distinct combination of quality and style.
Once embossed on sterling silver or gold sheets, specific images are carefully chosen for their aesthetic and narrative qualities. These are then shaped and polished by hand ensuring no two pieces will ever be alike.”
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“Initiation” Bracelet
Gwaai Edenshaw
CA$250.00Sterling silver, Impressed
From Gwaai Edenshaw:
“Like fragmented artifacts or a keyhole peek at a larger design, this is the essence of the Regalia Line. From an idea conceived over a decade ago, through techniques fine-tuned over the last 5 years comes a new line by designer Gwaai Edenshaw.
Initiation is the inaugural collection by Regalia. These one-of-a-kind pieces merge Haida tradition with modern fashion for a distinct combination of quality and style.
Once embossed on sterling silver or gold sheets, specific images are carefully chosen for their aesthetic and narrative qualities. These are then shaped and polished by hand ensuring no two pieces will ever be alike.”
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“Initiation” Bracelet
Gwaai Edenshaw
CA$250.00Sterling silver, Impressed
From Gwaai Edenshaw:
“Like fragmented artifacts or a keyhole peek at a larger design, this is the essence of the Regalia Line. From an idea conceived over a decade ago, through techniques fine-tuned over the last 5 years comes a new line by designer Gwaai Edenshaw.
Initiation is the inaugural collection by Regalia. These one-of-a-kind pieces merge Haida tradition with modern fashion for a distinct combination of quality and style.
Once embossed on sterling silver or gold sheets, specific images are carefully chosen for their aesthetic and narrative qualities. These are then shaped and polished by hand ensuring no two pieces will ever be alike.”
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“Initiation” Bracelet
Gwaai Edenshaw
CA$250.00Sterling silver, Impressed
From Gwaai Edenshaw:
“Like fragmented artifacts or a keyhole peek at a larger design, this is the essence of the Regalia Line. From an idea conceived over a decade ago, through techniques fine-tuned over the last 5 years comes a new line by designer Gwaai Edenshaw.
Initiation is the inaugural collection by Regalia. These one-of-a-kind pieces merge Haida tradition with modern fashion for a distinct combination of quality and style.
Once embossed on sterling silver or gold sheets, specific images are carefully chosen for their aesthetic and narrative qualities. These are then shaped and polished by hand ensuring no two pieces will ever be alike.”
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Copper Moon Pendant
Gwaai Edenshaw
CA$2,000.00Copper, 24K Yellow Gold Inlay, Abalone shell
Multi-Layered Patinaed Surface, Cast -
“Baby Momma” Earrings
Gwaai Edenshaw
CA$150.00Copper, Impressed
DomedThe “Baby Momma” is a stylized version of a Mother effigy, one of the first themes depicted in sculpture by humankind. The design is meant to evoke the shape of a pregnant woman, with a stylized head and swollen belly.
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“Initiation” Bracelet
Gwaai Edenshaw
CA$660.00Sterling silver, Impressed
From Gwaai Edenshaw:
“Like fragmented artifacts or a keyhole peek at a larger design, this is the essence of the Regalia Line. From an idea conceived over a decade ago, through techniques fine-tuned over the last 5 years comes a new line by designer Gwaai Edenshaw.
Initiation is the inaugural collection by Regalia. These one-of-a-kind pieces merge Haida tradition with modern fashion for a distinct combination of quality and style.
Once embossed on sterling silver or gold sheets, specific images are carefully chosen for their aesthetic and narrative qualities. These are then shaped and polished by hand ensuring no two pieces will ever be alike.”
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Kuunagataa (Whale Eater)
Gwaai Edenshaw
CA$450.00with Jaalen Edenshaw
Lithograph, Edition of 100
2016
Unframed
(For inquiries on Custom Framing, please contact the gallery)
“The Great Box” depicts the story of a Kuna Ka T’aa a powerful supernatural being who is known as both the Wealth Bringer and the Whale Eater. The Edenshaw brothers choose to photograph the back of the box for this lithograph. The image was then re-worked to embrace both of their individual artistic styles in a collaborative nature.
It’s a culmination of a project that they undertook in Oxford, England to create a response box inspired by a historic Haida artifact, known simply as “The Great Box.” They formed a box of matching dimensions from an old growth cedar plank in Masset on Haida Gwaai and brought it over to Oxford with them to carve alongside the original. Throughout the entire process they centered their focus on learning from their ancestor; taking great care in studying the box’s complex formline, deliberately replicating each carving stroke of the Master artist to better understand their vision. They titled their completed piece The Great Box Considered and it returned to Haida Gwaai where it now resides.
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“Initiation” Bracelet
Gwaai Edenshaw
CA$435.00Sterling silver, Impressed
TaperedFrom Gwaai Edenshaw:
“Like fragmented artifacts or a keyhole peek at a larger design, this is the essence of the Regalia Line. From an idea conceived over a decade ago, through techniques fine-tuned over the last 5 years comes a new line by designer Gwaai Edenshaw.
Initiation is the inaugural collection by Regalia. These one-of-a-kind pieces merge Haida tradition with modern fashion for a distinct combination of quality and style.
Once embossed on sterling silver or copper sheets, specific images are carefully chosen for their aesthetic and narrative qualities. These are then shaped and polished by hand ensuring no two pieces will ever be alike.”
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“SINX” Earrings
Gwaai Edenshaw
CA$150.00Copper, Impressed
“Abalone” FinishThe “SINX” design is indicative of Haida gambling sticks. The Haida had several gambling games, one high-stakes game notably involved the use of elaborately decorated sticks. Versions of the sticks can be found in museums and collections worldwide.
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“SINX” Earrings
Gwaai Edenshaw
CA$150.00Copper, Impressed
“Abalone” FinishThe “SINX” design is indicative of Haida gambling sticks. The Haida had several gambling games, one high-stakes game notably involved the use of elaborately decorated sticks. Versions of the sticks can be found in museums and collections worldwide.
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“SINX” Earrings
Gwaai Edenshaw
CA$150.00Copper, Impressed
“Abalone” FinishThe “SINX” design is indicative of Haida gambling sticks. The Haida had several gambling games, one high-stakes game notably involved the use of elaborately decorated sticks. Versions of the sticks can be found in museums and collections worldwide.
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“SINX” Earrings
Gwaai Edenshaw
CA$150.00Copper, Impressed
“Abalone” FinishThe “SINX” design is indicative of Haida gambling sticks. The Haida had several gambling games, one high-stakes game notably involved the use of elaborately decorated sticks. Versions of the sticks can be found in museums and collections worldwide.
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“SINX” Earrings
Gwaai Edenshaw
CA$150.00Copper, Impressed
“Abalone” FinishThe “SINX” design is indicative of Haida gambling sticks. The Haida had several gambling games, one high-stakes game notably involved the use of elaborately decorated sticks. Versions of the sticks can be found in museums and collections worldwide.
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“Flasher” Earrings
Gwaai Edenshaw
CA$180.00Copper, Impressed
“Red Sky at Night” FinishThe “Flasher” design is meant to mimic the reflective nature of a fishing lure. Fishing lures use movement, vibration, flash, and color to bait fish.
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Fledgling Raven Earrings
Gwaai Edenshaw
Price upon request20K Yellow Gold, Abalone shell, Cast
Artist Proof
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Past Works
The artist’s Past Works at our Gallery have now sold; however, a custom order may be possible if the artist is available and accepting commissions.
