Squamish First Nation Pod of Orca Whales is carved in red cedar and decorated with black, white and red paint. The carving is clean and masterful. Two adult Orca whales and a calf are depicted hunting salmon. This piece is priced at $1250 and measures 40 x 11.

The artist is a member of a large and well-known family of artists from the Coast Salish (Squamish) First Nation of Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada.

The Native Orca Symbol or Killer Whale symbolizes family, romance, longevity, harmony, travel, community and protection. He is said to protect those who travel away from home, and to lead them back when the time comes. Orcas will often stay their whole life with the same pod and raise each calf with care. Orcas travel in large family groups, working together to protect all members of their pod.

Also known as the “Lord of the Ocean” the Killer whale is said to be the guardian of the ocean, with seals as his servants and dolphins as his warriors. It is believed that Killer Whales are closely related to humans.
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