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a signed dedicated cedarwood totem pole capilano people squamish nation xwemelch'stn mid 20th century

Description

Hand carved, shaped and jointed from native cedar-wood timber. The totem incorporates four traditional elements - a frog supports the figure of a Shaman, a raven stands above, an eagle stands at the upper extreme. The surface is finished with hand applied polychrome decoration.
The eagle's raised wings incorporate many hand written names / signatures to the reverse. The script incorporates the artist's name, "Bobby Cole, Capilano Indians" - image 14.
The totem is currently mounted with wire wall suspension - easily removed if required.
Height - 14 7/8" (378mm).
Weight - 193 grams.
Condition: Very Good. No cracks or losses. No repairs - natural colour and patina.
Internal Ref: NA 1004

A Signed & Dedicated Cedar-Wood Totem Pole, Capilano People, Squamish Nation, (X_wemelch'stn) - Mid 20th Century.

Price

SOLD

Item Ref

NA 1004

Description

Hand carved, shaped and jointed from native cedar-wood timber. The totem incorporates four traditional elements - a frog supports the figure of a Shaman, a raven stands above, an eagle stands at the upper extreme. The surface is finished with hand applied polychrome decoration.
The eagle's raised wings incorporate many hand written names / signatures to the reverse. The script incorporates the artist's name, "Bobby Cole, Capilano Indians" - image 14.
The totem is currently mounted with wire wall suspension - easily removed if required.
Height - 14 7/8" (378mm).
Weight - 193 grams.
Condition: Very Good. No cracks or losses. No repairs - natural colour and patina.
Internal Ref: NA 1004

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