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Becoming Tsimshian: The Social Life of Names
Christopher F. Roth
CA$39.95The Tsimshian people of coastal British Columbia use a system of hereditary name-titles in which names are treated as objects of inheritable wealth. Human agency and social status resides in names rather than in the individuals who hold these names, and the politics of succession associated with names and name-taking rituals have been, and continue to be, at the centre of Tsimshian life.
Published in 2008
SoftcoverPlease note: When purchasing a book online, please consider the cost of shipping to certain destinations as it may be higher than anticipated. Please contact us for a shipping quote prior to placing your online order.
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Salmon Pendant
Charles McKay
CA$300.00Walrus Tusk, Abalone
Engraved on both sides
Includes nylon rope necklace measuring 24″ in length
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Volcano Woman [Framed]
Chester (Chaz) Patrick
CA$1,850.00Acrylic paint on Acid-free paper
2003
Framed
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Berry Pattern Basket
Isabel Rorick RCA
CA$5,800.00Spruce root, Dyed Spruce root
Isabel Rorick comes from a long line of weavers, including her great-grandmother Isabella Edenshaw; her grandmother, Selina Peratrovich; her mother, Primrose Adams, and her Aunt, Delores Churchill. Using the Haida language of form, Isabel incorporates many traditional designs into her baskets and hats, like that of the dragonfly, raven’s tail, and spider web or slug trail.
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Wolf Canoe
Maynard Johnny Jr.
CA$1,600.00Acrylic on Acid-free paper
2011
Unframed
(For inquiries on custom framing, please contact the gallery)
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Mother & Child
Garnet Tobacco
CA$910.00Acrylic paint on Acid-free paper
2010
Unframed
(For inquiries on custom framing, please contact the gallery)
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Afternoon Outing
Garnet Tobacco
CA$910.00Acrylic paint on Acid-free paper
2011
Unframed
(For inquiries on custom framing, please contact the gallery)
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Gaggle
Garnet Tobacco
CA$910.00Acrylic paint on Acid-free paper
2011
Unframed
(For inquiries on custom framing, please contact the gallery)
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Untitled (Three Geese)
Garnet Tobacco
CA$910.00Acrylic paint on Acid-free paper
2011
Unframed
(For inquiries on custom framing, please contact the gallery)
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Untitled (Four Geese)
Garnet Tobacco
CA$910.00Acrylic paint on Acid-free paper
2011
Unframed
(For inquiries on custom framing, please contact the gallery)
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Harmony
Garnet Tobacco
CA$800.00Acrylic paint on Acid-free paper
2009
Unframed
(For inquiries on custom framing, please contact the gallery)
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Solitude
Garnet Tobacco
CA$800.00Acrylic paint on Acid-free paper
2009
Unframed
(For inquiries on custom framing, please contact the gallery)
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Eastward Bound
Garnet Tobacco
CA$910.00Acrylic paint on Acid-free paper
2010
Unframed
(For inquiries on custom framing, please contact the gallery)
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Morning Flight
Garnet Tobacco
CA$910.00Acrylic paint on Acid-free paper
2010
Unframed
(For inquiries on custom framing, please contact the gallery)
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Untitled (Three Geese)
Garnet Tobacco
CA$910.00Acrylic paint on Acid-free paper
2011
Unframed
(For inquiries on custom framing, please contact the gallery)
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Gaggle I
Garnet Tobacco
CA$910.00Acrylic paint on Acid-free paper
2012
Unframed
(For inquiries on custom framing, please contact the gallery)
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Eagle Amulet
Ron Russ
CA$2,100.00Argillite, Abalone shell, Yew wood
The intelligent Eagle symbolizes status, power, peace and friendship. Eagle feathers are considered a sacred part of many ceremonies and rituals. The Eagle is known to mate with one partner for a lifetime.
In Haida legend, the Eagle and Raven are close companions and serve as alter egos.
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Majestic
Garnet Tobacco
CA$750.00Acrylic paint on Acid-free paper
2004
Unframed
(For inquiries on custom framing, please contact the gallery)
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Nesting Loon
Garnet Tobacco
CA$910.00Acrylic paint on Acid-free paper
2009
Unframed
(For inquiries on custom framing, please contact the gallery)
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Star Face Pendant
Lyle Wilson
CA$5,400.0018K Yellow Gold, Abalone shell, Engraved, Textured, Repoussé, Chased
2012“The story of ‘Raven Releasing the Light’ has several versions depending upon the teller and the Pacific Northwest Coast group. In some versions, the sun is featured, while in others the moon or stars are included. In this pendant, I played around with the idea of using a star; it’s a theme I want to keep on pursuing because it’s intriguing to me to take bits and pieces of a traditional tale and expand it in a way that respects the original intent. As far as I know, a Star is not really widely used in Pacific Northwest Coast art.”
-Lyle Wilson, 2016
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Ovoid Eyespot #3 Pendant: Human
Lyle Wilson
CA$5,400.0018K Yellow Gold, Abalone shell, Engraved, Textured, Repoussé, Chased
2012“For this series, the inspiration came from thinking about the eyespot markings on the wings of young skatefish; as such markings are credited with the beginning of the famous Pacific Northwest Coast (PNC) Ovoid. The original markings are solid black spots, encircled by a fine line.
I wanted to use the same circular format as a young skatefish’s markings as traditionally as can be, but with variations on each face. There’s a strong ‘pull’ that keeps an artist coming back to the more traditional, straightforward depictions of PNC faces. To those of us who grew up hunting, gathering and fishing, I think such a ‘pull’ is connected to that traditional upbringing; and that sort of familiarity makes us want to go back, just to remind us of our roots again.”
-Lyle Wilson, 2016
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Ovoid Eyespot #6 Pendant: Human
Lyle Wilson
CA$5,800.0018K Yellow Gold, Abalone shell, Engraved, Textured, Repoussé, Chased
2012“For this series, the inspiration came from thinking about the eyespot markings on the wings of young skatefish; as such markings are credited with the beginning of the famous Pacific Northwest Coast (PNC) Ovoid. The original markings are solid black spots, encircled by a fine line.
I wanted to use the same circular format as a young skatefish’s markings as traditionally as can be, but with variations on each face. There’s a strong ‘pull’ that keeps an artist coming back to the more traditional, straightforward depictions of PNC faces. To those of us who grew up hunting, gathering and fishing, I think such a ‘pull’ is connected to that traditional upbringing; and that sort of familiarity makes us want to go back, just to remind us of our roots again.”
-Lyle Wilson, 2016
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Goat Horn Ladle
Elsie John
CA$2,375.00Goat Horn, engraved, with Yellow Cedar wood baseSpoons and ladles were traditionally made from either cedar wood or the horn of a mountain sheep, and their handles were carved with family crest images. Historically, these exquisitely sculptured objects were primarily created by people in Northern Nations, and were highly sought after by other nations. During potlatches [festive gatherings], cedar ladles decorated with the hosting family’s crests were used to serve food, while the elaborately carved mountain sheep spoons were distributed as gifts among the many guests.
Today, spoon and ladle productions are based on these traditional objects and are meant to be both objects of function and display. In addition to traditional mediums such as cedar wood, goat or mountain sheep horn, many modern-day spoons and ladles are constructed of gold, silver and pewter.
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Nesting Goose
Garnet Tobacco
CA$910.00Acrylic paint on Acid-free paper
2012
Unframed
(For inquiries on custom framing, please contact the gallery)
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Killerwhale Ring
Lloyd Wadhams Jr.
CA$175.00Sterling silver, 14K Yellow Gold, Engraved
Width: 3/16″
Size 4.5 -
Thunderbird Ring
Lloyd Wadhams Jr.
CA$175.00Sterling silver, 14K Yellow Gold, Engraved
Width: 3/16″
Size: 2 -
Eagle Ring
Lloyd Wadhams Jr.
CA$600.00Sterling silver, 14K Yellow Gold, Engraved
Band-on-Band
Width: 5/16″
Size: 4.75 -
Killerwhale Ring
Lloyd Wadhams Jr.
CA$600.00Sterling silver, 14K Yellow Gold, Engraved
Band-on-Band
Width: 5/16″
Size: 4 -
Eagle Ring
Lloyd Wadhams Jr.
CA$250.00Sterling silver, 14K Yellow Gold, Engraved
Width: 1/4″
Size: 3.75 -
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Eagle Feast Dish
Garner Moody
CA$9,200.00Yellow Cedar wood
A ceremonial dish, also known as a feast dish or potlatch dish, was a treasured heirloom which families brought out for great feasts as a gesture of hospitality and welcoming. Presently, many ceremonial dishes are carved in miniature form, meant for collectors who appreciate the historic and symbolic value behind each artwork. This aspect of the art is considered to be a contemporary turn that northwest coast native art has taken throughout the years.
Garner began carving at the early age of nine and, by age fifteen, he was carving his first piece of argillite. After moving to Vancouver in 1987, he spent the next two years working with renowned Haida artist Bill Reid on his Lootaas canoe and alongside a host of accomplished carvers such as Alfred Collinson, Rufus Moody, Giitsxaa, Nelson Cross, and Ding (Melvin) Hutchingson. Moody works in various mediums including cedar, gold, argillite and paper – all exemplifying his exquisite attention to detail and extraordinary artistic skills.
Currently on display at the Westin Bayshore Hotel
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Raven Ring
Henry Green
CA$180.00Sterling silver, Engraved
Domed, Slightly Tapered
Width: 7/16″
Size: 7 -