First Nations Nootka Mother Loon and Baby

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First Nations Nootka Mother Loon and Baby

$840.00

Joyful mother and baby loons are depicted gliding along together on the lake in morning mist. The hand-rubbed finish transitions from misty gray to blue-black, depicting the rising lake mist. Measures 21 x 10.5 x 1.5 inches. Priced at $840.

Both mother and baby feature gleaming abalone eye inlays. A frog symbol, from the waters below, is depicted on the side of the mother loon. It also has a glistening abalone eye inlay detail.

This piece is thick enough to stand, on a mantel or shelf for example, and also looks great on hanging on a wall.

The artist is a member of the Nuu-chah-nulth (Nootka) First Nation, originating from Vancouver Island, on Pacific Northwest Coast of Canada.

His father was a hereditary chief of the Snaw-naw-as Nation, originating from Nanoose Bay.

The artist is known world wide for his beautiful creations of wood, gold and silver, truly keeping the tradition of his peoples in mind. He clearly loves his art and is constantly developing new designs.