Articulated Eagle Mask by Alfred Robertson, Kwakiutl art

• Nation: Kwakwaka' wakw art, Kwakiutl art, native artists Vancouver Island
• Artist: Robertson, Alfred
• Type: Mask

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Articulated Eagle Mask by Alfred Robertson, a member of the Kwagiulth First Nations from Kingcome Inlet, a small village on the Pacific Northwest Coast of BC. 

Fully hand carved and hand painted, rich and beautiful in expression!

Clean and deep cuts, beautifully painted. The Beak opens and closes when pulled on the attached lining/string. Carved in detail and adorned with lots of traditional cedar bark which is so much work to collect and treat and cut before it can be used. Just think about the work and many hours the artist put into this piece. 

Made and prepared for wall hanging, hander already attached, signed on the inside. 

Measurements: 16" long, 27" total height incl. cedar skirt, 6" wide

Meaning: The Eagle symbolizes grace, power and great intellect. It is a sacred and noble creature representing power and prestige to the First Nations people of the Northwest Coast. It symbolizes wisdom and has a special and direct connection to the creator. Eagles mate for life and are therefore also seen as a symbol of lasting love and dedication. It is told that the Eagle end their own life in despair when the mate is lost. 

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About This Artist

Alfred Robertson, Kwakwaka’wakw First Nations, was born 1950 in Kingcome Inlet, British Columbia, Canada. Alfred learned to carve from his father, William Robertson, and has carved with his brother, Sampson Robertson. Alfred carves in...Artist bio and other available works »