Wonderful signed petite model First Nations Totem Pole measures 12 x 10 x 5 inches, priced at $435. This piece features very fine carving. At the top is, of course, the Thunderbird, who is clutching a grimacing Wild Man at it’s breast. Below comes a fearsome wolf, clutching a human, and all are resting atop a wonderful carved frog base. This array of characters undoubtedly expresses clan affiliation, and possibly also a specific legend.

The carving work is very precise. The details are clearly done at the hand of a master carver. The artist is a master carver of the Ditidaht First Nation based in the Nitinaht region, on the west coast of Vancouver Island.

The Ditidaht People understand that all things are connected. This teaching has guided us for over 5,000 years, as we have cared for and been nurtured by the rich natural and spiritual worlds of this land and sea. Our traditional territory is large, stretching from the deep forests surrounding Cowichan and Nitinaht Lakes down to the Pacific Ocean. We walk with pride and comfort between the traditional and modern worlds, embracing and protecting our strong culture, exploring economic opportunities for our people, and sharing our abundant fish, clean air and water with welcome visitors.

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