3D Orca Whale Sculpture by Doug Lafortune Sr.

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• Nation: Coast Salish Art, Squamish, Interior Salish, Native North American Art
• Artist: LaFortune, Doug
• Type: Sculpture

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Gorgeous piece by the worldwide known Master Artist Doug Lafortune.

Orca Whale with human spirit Sculpture

Hand carved, hand painted, a true Gem, small, but so rich and powerful in expression. Simple painting in black with little red on yellow cedar, outstanding and clearly recognizable as one of Doug's pieces. Signed underneath.

Measurements: 12" x 3 1/2" x 8" (31 x 9 x 15 cm)

Meaning: The killer whale is a symbol for romance and harmony as Whales mate for life. The Whale is very family oriented and known to travel in large groups, never to be alone. They symbolize great luck and happiness, community and protection. They are a known to always be working together, take care of each other and to always help and protect each other.  

 

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About This Artist

Doug LaFortune was born in Bellingham, Washington on August 25th, 1953. He is a member of the Coast Salish nation, which inhabits the southern region of British Columbia, Washington and Oregon. Doug takes the Owl as his family crest...Artist bio and other available works »