Crooked Beak pendant, silver, masterpiece by Paddy Seaweed

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• Nation: Kwakwaka' wakw art, Kwakiutl art, native artists Vancouver Island
• Artist: Seaweed, Patrick (Paddy)
• Type: Jewelry

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Have a look at this extraordinary piece of sterling silver jewelry

Crooked Beak of Heaven - dancer

pendant, designed, hand carved by master artist jeweler Paddy Seaweed, a member of the Kwakiulth First Nations, coming from a large family of artists. 

The details on this piece are just incredible. This truly is highest Quality!!! The Crooked Beak is wearing a "cedar bark dress", finely engraved by Paddy in so much detail - this was a lot of work. Very unique design and definitely a one-of-a-kind piece of jewelry art, monogrammed at the back by the artist. 

Measurements: 3" x 2 1/2" (7.5 x 6.5 cm)

Weight: 31 gr.

Meaning: The crooked Beak of Heaven is a mythical creature, part of the Hamatsa Dance Ceremony - it's one of the giant man eating birds

Note: USD amounts estimated based on Bank of Canada average exchange rate, updated weekly, Invoice in CAD, overseas shipping costs ($55 CAD) added at check-out. Chain is not included

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About This Artist

Patrick (Paddy) Seaweed is a member of the Kwakwakaw 'wakw First Nation, originating from Alert Bay, British Columbia, Canada. His mother’s family is from the Village Island and his father’s family is from Turnour Island. Paddy...Artist bio and other available works »