Eagle & Raven Bentwood Box Rattle
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Red Cedar wood, Acrylic paint
7 x 5 x 5″ (without base)
8 x 5 x 5″ (with base)
CA$2,800.00
Only 1 available
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Red Cedar wood, Acrylic paint
7 x 5 x 5″ (without base)
8 x 5 x 5″ (with base)
Product Number | I-67940 |
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Exhibition Code | SHAM20 |
Artist | Bruce Alfred |
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Nation | Kwakwaka'wakw ('Namgis) Nation |
Description | Kwakwaka’wakw (‘Namgis) Nation Bruce Alfred, a Kwakwaka’wakw artist of the ‘Namgis First Nation, was born August 24, 1950, in Alert Bay, British Columbia. Immersed in the traditional practices of the Kwakwaka’wakw culture, he was raised and currently resides in Alert Bay. Bruce stems from a long line of prominent artists. He is first cousins with the renowned Hunt brothers. Throughout his career he has worked with such prominent artists as Wayne Alfred, Beau Dick and Richard Hunt. World-renowned artist Doug Cranmer was instrumental in teaching Alfred the elements of design and engraving and introduced him to the art of steam-bending wood boxes and chests. Alfred has been a part of many monumental projects, including the replica building of a Haida village, headed by Bill Reid and Doug Cranmer. Additionally, he contributed to the carving of a 30-foot totem pole for his village. Alfred’s career spans over 40+ years. He currently focuses on steam-bent boxes and chests that are consistently elaborately carved and painted. His signature is in the shaping of the lid, which resembles a seat. This seat-shaped lid reveals a traditional style of chests owned by the Chief who sat on the box during special occasions. These bentwood chests and boxes are highly sought after by many international collectors for their dramatic and traditional qualities. Bruce Alfred was the recipient of BC’s 2008 Fulmer Award in First Nations Art . He is one of the premier artists of the Kwakwaka’wakw Peoples and his work is highly prized by collectors both locally and abroad.
Awards: 2008 Fulmer Award in First Nations Art (formerly known as British Columbia Creative Achievement Award for First Nations’ Art) |
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