Hand carved wooden Killer Whale RATTLE Amulet pendant by Silas Coon

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• Nation: Kwakwaka' wakw art, Kwakiutl art, native artists Vancouver Island
• Artist: Coon, Silas
• Type: Jewelry
• Type: Sculpture

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Absolutely stunning piece of Art - you just don't find these pieces often - if you have a close look at this one, you'll know what I mean...

Hand carved, hand painted, wooden Killer Whale amulet, 3D carving all around - AND it's a rattle

a real masterpiece. The Whale is inlaid with 8 pieces of Abalone - miniatures, but inlaid, not glued on top. A true masterpiece by SILAS COON, a member of the Kwakwaka'wakw First Nations, originating from Alert Bay. 

Silas over the past many years have specialized in this form of art. He's working so precise, so detailed, and he spent so many hours, months, sometimes even years on one piece until it's perfect. You won't find any flaws in his art pieces. He is well known and highly sought after around the world for his miniature pieces. They can today be seen as investment, or simply as a piece to enjoy - This little rattle looks fabulous when worn on a leather band. The colors used are vibrant blue, red, green and black with a few accents in copper color and the painting is superb. again, perfection.

Measurements: 5 1/4" x 2" x 2" (13.25 cm x 5 cm x 5 cm)

Meaning: The killer whale is a symbol for romance and harmony as Whales mate for life. The Whale is very family oriented and known to travel in large groups, never to be alone. They symbolize great luck and happiness, community and protection. They are a known to always be working together, take care of each other and to always help and protect each other.

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About This Artist

Silas Coon is a member of the Kwakwakaw 'wakw (Kwakiulth) First Nations, originating from Alert Bay in their ancestral land. He was born in 1963. When he was 11 years old, he moved to Gilford Island where Jim King, a chief who presided at the...Artist bio and other available works »