Northwest Coast Native Killer Whale Lalkawilas Harris Smith First Nation Art
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:4274978 | Country/Region of Manufacture: Canada |
| Tribal Affiliation: Kwakuitl | Artisan: Rod Smith |
Offered is the original handmade Killer Whale Orca Native American Statue. Harris Smith was a Coastal British Columbia Aboriginal Artist also known as Lalkawilas. Harris Smith passed away in 2005. Below is just one of many biographies, which reflect the importance of this artist to the history of Native American art from the area of British Colombia, Canada.
There are many groups of Native People indigenous to the coast of British Columbia. Harris Smith bel...ongs to the People who are commonly called Kwagiulth (Kwakiutl), his family originates from both Oweekeno Village and Campbell River. HarrisÔø?s unique artistic style has been greatly influenced by his grandfather, Lalkawilas Ôø? former Hereditary Chief of the Campbell River Band Ôø? who taught Harris the skills of carving, painting, and design.
Harris proudly inherited his GrandfatherÔø?s name and signs all of his work Lalkawilas (Chief who feasts the People till morning).
Since becoming a full time artist, Lalkawilas (Harris Smith) has won many awards for his artistic skills and creativity. His work has been sought out by collectors across Canada and throughout the world. During the 1994 Commonwealth Games, Harris was extremely honoured to have two of his wood carvings presented to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh.
The whale is the greatest hunter in the sea and is often depicted as a symbol of great strength and bravery.. The distinguishing features of the Killer Whale are a round snouted head with a large mouth and many teeth. A dorsal and pectoral fin and a tail with symmetrical flutes.This unique piece of art is roughly 8" tall, 5.75" wide, and 10.5" long. Overall the condition is nice. There is a tiny bit paint loss to the points of contact mainly on the contact tips of the tailed under the chin. The tip of the dorsal fin shows light paint loss too. You will also see the dorsal fin has slight paint loss on the right lower side where the fin meets the back of the body. If you google Harris Smith Artist you will find a large number of galleries who have either carried or sold his work or currently have pieces for sale. This is a rare opportunity to own a signed piece from this important and deceased Native American artist.
This rare piece of art will be packed in a professional manner and will be properly insured. Delivery within the US will be via USPS Registered Mail. Please ask questions if in doubt. Thanks!
ArtistThere are many groups of Native People indigenous to the coast of British Columbia. Harris Smith belongs to the People who are commonly called Kwagiulth (Kwakiutl), his family originates from both Oweekeno Village and Campbell River. HarrisÔø?s unique artistic style has been greatly influenced by his grandfather, Lalkawilas Ôø? former Hereditary Chief of the Campbell River Band Ôø? who taught Harris the skills of carving, painting, and design.Harris proudly inherited his GrandfatherÔø?s name and signs all of his work Lalkawilas (Chief who feasts the People till morning).Since becoming a full time artist, Lalkawilas (Harris Smith) has won many awards for his artistic skills and creativity. His work has been sought out by collectors across Canada and throughout the world. During the 1994 Commonwealth Games, Harris was extremely honoured to have two of his wood carvings presented to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh.The whale is the greatest hunter in the sea and is often depicted as a symbol of great strength and bravery.. The distinguishing features of the Killer Whale are a round snouted head with a large mouth and many teeth. A dorsal and pectoral fin and a tail with symmetrical flutes. GROUP:
Kwakwaka'wakw
BORN:
May 25, 1942 (d. 2005)
BIRTHPLACE:
Oweekeno Village, Rivers Inlet, BCHarris Smith's work encompassed carving and painting bowls, platters, sculptures, large totem poles, and limited edition prints. He was taught by his grandfather, Lalkawilas ("Chief Who Feasts the People til Morning"), and had been carving since 1973. Harris' work won several awards at BC Trade Shows and events. He was influenced by Willie Seaweed, Mungo Martin, and Tony Hunt. His two sons, Steve and Rod Smith, both trained under him, and are well established artists. In 2005, Harris, Rod, and Steve were all featured in the Changing Hands: Art Without Reservation 2 exhibition that opened at the Museum of Arts and Design in New York, NY. Harris passed away in 2005.
There are many groups of Native People indigenous to the coast of British Columbia. Harris Smith bel...ongs to the People who are commonly called Kwagiulth (Kwakiutl), his family originates from both Oweekeno Village and Campbell River. HarrisÔø?s unique artistic style has been greatly influenced by his grandfather, Lalkawilas Ôø? former Hereditary Chief of the Campbell River Band Ôø? who taught Harris the skills of carving, painting, and design.
Harris proudly inherited his GrandfatherÔø?s name and signs all of his work Lalkawilas (Chief who feasts the People till morning).
Since becoming a full time artist, Lalkawilas (Harris Smith) has won many awards for his artistic skills and creativity. His work has been sought out by collectors across Canada and throughout the world. During the 1994 Commonwealth Games, Harris was extremely honoured to have two of his wood carvings presented to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh.
The whale is the greatest hunter in the sea and is often depicted as a symbol of great strength and bravery.. The distinguishing features of the Killer Whale are a round snouted head with a large mouth and many teeth. A dorsal and pectoral fin and a tail with symmetrical flutes.This unique piece of art is roughly 8" tall, 5.75" wide, and 10.5" long. Overall the condition is nice. There is a tiny bit paint loss to the points of contact mainly on the contact tips of the tailed under the chin. The tip of the dorsal fin shows light paint loss too. You will also see the dorsal fin has slight paint loss on the right lower side where the fin meets the back of the body. If you google Harris Smith Artist you will find a large number of galleries who have either carried or sold his work or currently have pieces for sale. This is a rare opportunity to own a signed piece from this important and deceased Native American artist.
This rare piece of art will be packed in a professional manner and will be properly insured. Delivery within the US will be via USPS Registered Mail. Please ask questions if in doubt. Thanks!
ArtistThere are many groups of Native People indigenous to the coast of British Columbia. Harris Smith belongs to the People who are commonly called Kwagiulth (Kwakiutl), his family originates from both Oweekeno Village and Campbell River. HarrisÔø?s unique artistic style has been greatly influenced by his grandfather, Lalkawilas Ôø? former Hereditary Chief of the Campbell River Band Ôø? who taught Harris the skills of carving, painting, and design.Harris proudly inherited his GrandfatherÔø?s name and signs all of his work Lalkawilas (Chief who feasts the People till morning).Since becoming a full time artist, Lalkawilas (Harris Smith) has won many awards for his artistic skills and creativity. His work has been sought out by collectors across Canada and throughout the world. During the 1994 Commonwealth Games, Harris was extremely honoured to have two of his wood carvings presented to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh.The whale is the greatest hunter in the sea and is often depicted as a symbol of great strength and bravery.. The distinguishing features of the Killer Whale are a round snouted head with a large mouth and many teeth. A dorsal and pectoral fin and a tail with symmetrical flutes. GROUP:
Kwakwaka'wakw
BORN:
May 25, 1942 (d. 2005)
BIRTHPLACE:
Oweekeno Village, Rivers Inlet, BCHarris Smith's work encompassed carving and painting bowls, platters, sculptures, large totem poles, and limited edition prints. He was taught by his grandfather, Lalkawilas ("Chief Who Feasts the People til Morning"), and had been carving since 1973. Harris' work won several awards at BC Trade Shows and events. He was influenced by Willie Seaweed, Mungo Martin, and Tony Hunt. His two sons, Steve and Rod Smith, both trained under him, and are well established artists. In 2005, Harris, Rod, and Steve were all featured in the Changing Hands: Art Without Reservation 2 exhibition that opened at the Museum of Arts and Design in New York, NY. Harris passed away in 2005.
