Moon Mask, Eagle and Killer Whale, by Chief David Mungo Knox

• Nation: Kwakwaka' wakw art, Kwakiutl art, native artists Vancouver Island
• Artist: Knox, David Mungo (Hereditary Chief)
• Type: Mask

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Superb Quality piece of Indigenous Art by Master artist and Hereditary Chief David Mungo Knox, Great Grandson of Mungo Martin

Eagle and Killer Whale MOON Mask

direct from the artist, guaranteed authentic, solid cedar, excellent painting with strong expression, have a look at the details surrounding the Moon's face, beautiful.

The Moon is adorned with the traditional cedar bark rope, the Rim is also carved with very deep and clean cuts, inlaid with copper, just a really stunning piece that makes every room, very impressive! The colors chosen are traditional. The painting is close to perfection while still showing lots of the beautiful cedar. The face is mounted on top, knife finished at the back - absolutely highest quality piece of North American native art from the Northwest coast, guaranteed authentic Indigenous piece - quite heavy! It's prepared for wall hanging, signed at the back. Have a look and enjoy the images please.

Measurements: 25" diameter, 2" thick, 7" deep

Meaning: The Moon is associated with transformation since it controls the tides and illuminates the dark. It is seen as a guardian spirit while the Salmon symbolizes prosperity, renewal and fertility. They are one of the most important and highest respected animals of all since they have been the primary food source from the beginning of time to the Northwest Coast First Nations.

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About This Artist

Hereditary Chief David Mungo Knox is a member of the Kwakiulth First Nations. He is the great-grandson of Chief Mungo Martin and comes from a great line of Hereditary Chiefs, Master carvers and skilled dancers. He started his carving career by...Artist bio and other available works »