Argillite Crescent Moon Earrings Whale

Argillite Crescent Moon Earrings WhaleThese Crescent Moon Earrings have been hand carved by Haida artist Amy Edgars. The earrings have been carved in argillite and feature a total of 2 abalone inlays. The Moon Symbol is the protector and guardian of the earth. Its spirit watches over us and can change our moods. Find more information about and examples of The Moon Northwest Coast First Nations symbol. Each earring, excluding the hook, measures approximately 7 8 of an inch or 2 1 4

Leaving much of the detail to the viewer's imaginative eye is a part of my style that I enjoy very much

She was the Nuu-chah-nulth daughter of the great Mowochaht Chief and Shaman

the pole was painted red and pivoted to face the water

measures approximately 1 1/2 inches or 4 centimeters long by 5/8 of an inch or 1 1/2 centimeters wide

the box could easily be made watertight

Within this box is the line between our spirituality and the world we live in today

including the cedar bark and feathers

I think it’s a good thing

she only saw her lineage on that shirt

about 16 inches or 40 1/2 centimeters wide

a flourishing and thriving being wishing good fortune upon those that seek it

This Killer Whale Panel is hand-carved in red cedar and stained by Kwakwaka'wakw artist Aubrey Johnston