Black Bear, inlaid, Brian Bob, finest Nootka art - SOLD

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• Nation: Nuu-Chah-Nulth art (Nootka art) native artists, Vancouver Island art
• Artist: Bob, Brian
• Type: Wall panels and wall plaques

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Black Bear, wooden wall art carving by master artist Brian Bob from the Nootka First Nation

This piece truly is beautiful, inlaid with abalone (mother of pearl). Brian's design of the bear is really great, he pays so much attention to details and the cuts are so deep and clean, it clearly shows his many many years of experience and his talent for this art. Just a gorgeous piece of Indigenous Art from the Pacific Northwest.

The images are nice, but they still don't do it justice. Brian stained in a "washed" black", still showing the stain of the wood. He's used nice clean Sitka Spruce for this piece. The Bear also shows salmon symbols within the body and on each paw. Carved in front, signed at the back, made and prepared for wall hanging.

Measurements: 23 1/2" x 7" x 1" (60 x 18 x 2.5 cm)

Meaning: The Bear is a symbol for power, courage, physical strength and leadership. Warrior's e.g. are known to wear bear claw necklaces which meant protection. In Haida culture the Bear is referred to as "Elder Kinsman" and was treated like a high ranking guest.

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About This Artist

Brian’s mother, Fran Touchie from the Nuu-chah-nulth First Nation of Ucluelet, supported Brian and gave him the necessary tools to inspire his creativity and encouraged his beginnings as an artist. The Nuu-chah-nulth First Nation from the...Artist bio and other available works »