Sterling silver Thunderbird ring, Paddy Seaweed

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

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How beautiful and unique

Sterling silver Thunderbird ring by master jeweler Paddy Seaweed, a member of the Kwakwaka'wakw First Nations, living on Vancouver Island, BC.

Very detailed carving, very clean lines, strong expression, so powerful and beautiful at the same time.

Size: 7, approx. 17 mm

The face of the ring is 1 1/4" x 3/4"

Meaning: The Thunderbird symbolizes supernatural power and is believed to be the  dominating force behind all of natures doings. It's  a mythical creature and only the most prestigious and powerful Chiefs are allowed to have the Thunderbird as a crest especially among the Kwagiulth, Nuu-Chah-Nulth and Coast Salish people.

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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 »