Title: TOTEM POLE Title Vads Collection: Public Monuments and Sculpture Association
Description: Totem pole carved with animals and figures important in Kwakiutl culture. These include the eagle representing the noble and omnipotent ruler of the skies, the killer whale representing the master of the seas, and the raven representing the messenger. At the base is a Chief holding copp...
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Format: | Other/Unknown Material |
Language: | unknown |
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1969
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Online Access: | http://www.vads.ac.uk/large.php?uid=75507 |
Summary: | Description: Totem pole carved with animals and figures important in Kwakiutl culture. These include the eagle representing the noble and omnipotent ruler of the skies, the killer whale representing the master of the seas, and the raven representing the messenger. At the base is a Chief holding coppers, symbolising wealth and power. Additional Information: Links of trade and friendship between Manchester and Canada, as represented by the work of Manchester Liners shipping company. |
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