David Boxley (b. 1952), Raven and Salmon Woman Totem:
Property of Private Collector, Bluffton, SC
Description:
David Boxley (Tsimshian, b. 1952), Raven and Salmon Woman Totem, 2002, signed, titled ‘Raven and Salmon Woman’ and dated 2002 on rear. Provenance: The totem was bought at Eagle Spirit Gallery in Ketchikan, Alaska for $11,500 on July 11, 2005.
David Boxley is a Tsimshian carver from Metlakatla, Alaska born in 1952. David’s inspiration comes from his ancestors of the Tsimshian Tribe from Northern British Columbia and Southeast Alaska. David has dedicated over 40 years of his life to the revitalization and rebirth of Tsimshian arts and culture. David has achieved national recognition as an Alaskan Tsimshian master artist for his design and carving accomplishments showcasing and demonstrating worldwide. David has brought traditions of his ancestors to life carving 80 Totem Poles from 5’ up to 40’ located throughout the world. David with his son David R. Boxley also created the largest carved and painted House Front in modern times, located in Juneau, Alaska. (Bio from davidboxley.com)
Measurements: Height: 6 ft. 2 1/4 in. x Width: 29 in. x Depth: approx. 15 in.
Condition:
Good condition, minor wear, scratches and age cracks.
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