Native American, Pacific Northwest Coast, United States and Canada, Tlingit people ca. early to mid 20th century CE. A fine ceremonial canoe paddle, hand-carved from red cedar wood, with the relief of a stylized eagle on one side of the blade. The paddle is composed of an elongated petaloid blade which gradually tapers to a point and a flat shaft that flares to a grip with a horizontal shaft. The blade is incised on one side with an eagle in profile displaying a sizable curved beak, a singular eye, and a long feathered wing below. The Tlingit people relied on boats for fishing and hunting, and similar paddles would have helped steer their boats, while finely carved pieces such as this, may have been used during ceremonial dances. A fine example of high-quality Tlingit craftsmanship! Size: 4.25" W x 33.875" H (10.8 cm x 86 cm)

Provenance: private Newport Beach, California, USA collection

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#135718

Collection label on side. Expected surface wear with lightly abraded area on handle and a few scratches throughout. Otherwise, excellent and intact with lovely patina.