Cowichan (Coast Salish) Thunderbird and Killer Whale totem by Harold Joe. Fine model pole carved by Cowichan master carver Harold Joe, whose Cowichan name is Yutxwam. He is a prominent artist in his community and is an active cultural ambassador and respected elder. This pole is cleanly carved and dates to the 1960s or 1970s. Signed on back Joe Harold. No paint. 21"H x 19"W
PERIOD: Mid 20th Century
ORIGIN: Plateau - Salish, Native American