Carvings
Hand-made carvings by local Squamish Nation artists who have supported Khot-La-Cha for many years.
Such artists include: Fred Baker, Matthew Baker, Chris Joseph and Jim Yelton.
Bear by Fred Baker
Bear, Fred Baker, Squamish Nation
18.5" x 5"
Bear (Chet-Woot).
Symbol of great strength, authority and mobility, and is an important family crest. Because of it's power and human-like qualities, the bear was referred to by West Coast people as Elder Kinsmen. When killed, it was taken to the chief's house, sprinkled with Eagle Down (a symbol of welcome and friendship) and generally treated as a high ranking guest.
$176.00
Thunderbird by Fred Baker
Thunderbird, Fred Baker, Squamish Nation
18" x 5.5"
Thunderbird (Tatooch)
A mythological bird who was the creator and controller of all elements and spirits. When the Thunderbird flew, the flapping of their wings caused the thunder, and the flashing of their eyes caused the lightning.
$176.00
Whale by Fred Baker
Whale, Fred Baker, Squamish Nation
23" x 12"
Whale (Eh-halie).
Often depicted as a symbol of great strength and bravery, but was sometimes feared, as the Aboriginals believed the whale would capsize their canoes.
$260.00
Whale by Fred Baker
Whale, Fred Baker, Squamish Nation
20" x 9.5"
Whale (Eh-halie).
Often depicted as a symbol of great strength and bravery, but was sometimes feared, as the Aboriginals believed the whale would capsize their canoes.
$220.00
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