This large gorgeous First Nations Sun and Salmon Mask is a tribute to the rich cycles of life in the Skeena River. The artist is a member of the Gitskan First Nation, previously referred to as the Interior Tsimsian people. He has 26 years of experience working traditional cedar into masks and objects and is passionate about preserving the traditional ways and historic culture of his people. Priced at $4700, this piece measures 35″ x 33″.

In the Artist’s Own Words:

This Sun Mask represents the cycle of life. The four salmon represent the seasons of salmon runs up the Skeena River. The Sun holds the Dog salmon (Chum) in it’s mouth. The Dog Salmon is the Prince of the Skeena River.

This old-growth Red Cedar shows growth rings indicating 1600 years. An added gift are the hand-carved Yellow Cedar dowels. Hand-sawn, hand-split, hand-chiseled… this Sun Mask was created with NO machinery at all, NO screws or nails.