Description: Beautifully glazed small oblong dish with Haida culture Tlinget Bear crafted by Ruth Meechan 5.5" x 3.5"Haida are an indigenous group who have traditionally occupied Haida Gwaii, an archipelago just off the coast of British Columbia, Canada, for at least 12,500 years. The Haida are known for their craftsmanship, trading skills, and seamanship. The Haida have been compared to the Vikings by Diamond Jenness, an early anthropologist at the Canadian Museum of Civilization. (ref Wikipedia) Ruth Meechan (1914-2007) was born in Glenavon, Saskatchewan. She moved to Vancouver in 1940 where she began as a graphic artist/illustrator. Ruth was also an advocate for social justice with unions and women’s issues. She was also a potter and established a studio in Maple Ridge, BC. She was an early member of the British Columbia Potters Guild.The designs represent North West First Nation images. They are marked on the back with the name of the design i.e.. Haida Eagle, Tsimshian Bear and Man. There is always the stylized initials R over M for Ruth Meechan. Welcome to Roseys Reruns! I sell special items looking for a new home. I Ship Quickly and Pack Extra Carefully. Shipping is from California.Thanks for looking & please check back often for new treasures! 🌹
Price: 35.99 USD
Location: Roseville, California
End Time: 2024-11-20T23:46:41.000Z
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Provenance: Ownership History Not Available
Artisan: Ruth Meechan
Tribal Affiliation: Haida
Country/Region of Manufacture: Canada
Handmade: Yes
Modified Item: No
Culture: Canadian Aboriginal
