Boma Resin dish made in the Tsimshian style. Spoon came separately See no. 68. and .19
Marked 'Tofino B.C Canada'
Style based on traditional ceremonial ware and ornamental dance rattles. See 200.
195. Minute Ceramic Totem Pole
Tiny 1" hand painted ceramic model of Thunderbird totem, similar in style to pole on trinket box (193.) which was purchased at same time.
Pole is very reminiscent of the Patrick Seale style models see 109/108.
194. Ceramic Totem Trinket Box
193. Black Pearlite Eagle Totem
Note the slight curve to the pose of the Eagle, this feature is more exagerrated on No.73 and I assumed it to be a moulding error.
192. Boma Black Resin Raven
Seven inch approx. Standard black resin, broken and repaired at some point. The break occurred just below the Wasco or Sea Wolf's pectoral fins and has not been attached straight. I am debating whether to try and separate it and re-set.
Good rendition of Raven on the top, with Sea Wolf and Beaver below.
191. Aalco Double Totem
Amber coloured resin totem made by Aalco of Vancouver. Unique design featuring two separate poles on a dedicated stand.
The smaller totem seems to show a wolf or possibly a bear, supporting a killer whale, topped by an Eagle. The larger one echoes the base design, the lower figure seems to have more pronounced ursine features - such as long claws - with a mans face above supporting a Thunderbird with wings outstretched.
The resin and paint style is reminiscent of Pearlite designs No.s 86-89
190. Wooden Indian Craft Totem
Wooden craft piece for tourist industry. 4" high, hand painted with simple details. Similar in style and probably from the same range as No162.
189. Wooden Victoria Totem
188. Chief White Eagle Wooden Thunderbird
8" High hand carved cedar. Chief White Eagle (Basil F Heath) was a film actor alongside John Wayne and sold totem poles to tourists as a sideline. Heath starred in 'Northwest Passage', 'Red River' and 'She Wore a Yellow Ribbon'.
187. Red Ceramic Shaman Figure
Very unusual hand painted ceramic piece, depicting a seated figure holding a large fish. Figures mouth is open as if in song. On his head is a tall hat with potlatch rings and an eagle sat on its crest. A second face graces the eagles chest. No makers marks.
Figure seems to be wearing animal skin shirt and leggings.
186. Gordon R. Clayton Beaver and Sun Bentwood Box
Large 8" x 6" hand crafted cedar box, with beaver represented on four sides.Sun motif decorates the lid. Signed inside lid.
185. Boma Black Resin Watchmen Totem
182. Black Resin Bear with Hat
181. Green Stone Chieftain with Eagle
180. Pewter Nansimget Totem by Glen Rabena
Six inch high pewter design featuring the Watchmen atop of Nansimget riding a killer whale. Raven and man finish off the pole, with stylised eagle and raven motif on the base. Comes with small leaflet in base, describing the legend. Abalone inserts are fitted to accent the details.
179. Eagles' Human Legacy Yellow Cedar Totem
Eagles Human Legacy
I hear him, Grandfather. His call is echoing off the hills. It sounds so important.
He beckons you, my son, to look into the future, as he has done. For it is Eagle who has the most powerful vision. It is he who represents prestige and power. Eagle has always protected this village from harm. You are of the Eagle clan, my son. Follow in Eagles’s direction.Become strong like his wings, powerful as his call. Eagle will always guide you.
Grandfather, you know Eagle well.
Yes, my son, for I am he.
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