Haida Bear Brass Repousse Pendant with Abalone Bracelet

Haida Bear Brass Repousse Pendant with Abalone BraceletThis Bear Pendant has been hand carved and hammered in brass by Haida artist Derek White. The repouss (hammered) finish adds a special dimensionality and textured finish to the silver surface. It features two inlays of abalone in the eyes of the Bear. The Bear Symbol represents strength, family, vitality courage and health. The bear is thoughtful and independent, with little need for fellowship. The bear is also self contained and strong willed in

I had the opportunity to go on a buffalo hunt

Protector is the reminder of us as indigenous people protecting our youth and culture so that future generations will prosper

snarling teeth and grotesquely pumped arms

It has two inlays of mother-of-pearl in the eyes

the mask of strength and character built by the teachings of life

The design depicts a frontal view as well as a split design of the bear with the front and back legs on the sides

The truth of the matter is that for every child whose body is found

There was no need for two tones on the branch-the mind’s eye would take care of that

Find more information about The Bear First Nations symbol

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This Pitch Woman Mask is carved in red cedar by Russell Tate from the Ditidaht First Nation on the southwest coast of Vancouver Island

The marbling of the turquoises can differ slightly from the ones in the image