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ITEM NUMBER: KK0405
Tsimshian Chief Johnson Totem by Conrad Mather
$550
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Tsimshian Chief Johnson totem by Conrad Mather,. This model pole is a Tsimshian model of the Chief Johnson Totem of Ketchikan, Alaska. Carved in red cedar and features Raven and Fog Woman on the bottom and the Kadjuuk bird as a finial on the top. This was likely carved by Conrad Mather, of the Mather family of Tsimshian carvers from New Metlakatla, Alaska.
Conrad Mather was a Tsimshian totem carver from the Mather family, known for his contributions to the art of totem pole carving in Alaska. He was part of the Metlakatla carvers, who were influential in reviving traditional Tsimshian art after the loss of their cultural practices. Mather's work includes models of totems, such as the Chief Johnson Totem, and he is recognized for his contributions to preserving and re-creating Tsimshian culture through his art.
The totem is mounted on a round cut of alder for a base. 12 1/2 "H x 4 1/2"W
Conrad Mather was a Tsimshian totem carver from the Mather family, known for his contributions to the art of totem pole carving in Alaska. He was part of the Metlakatla carvers, who were influential in reviving traditional Tsimshian art after the loss of their cultural practices. Mather's work includes models of totems, such as the Chief Johnson Totem, and he is recognized for his contributions to preserving and re-creating Tsimshian culture through his art.
The totem is mounted on a round cut of alder for a base. 12 1/2 "H x 4 1/2"W
PERIOD: Mid 20th CenturyORIGIN: Northwest Coast - Unknown, Native American
SIZE: 12 1/2 "H x 4 1/2"W
