Northwest Coast Native Art Wolf Plaque Carving
Item History & Price
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Richard Krawchuck was born June 20, 1956 in Squamish, B.C.
His father is of Ukrainian background while his mother is of Coast Salish heritage. The family moved to North Vancouver where Richard spent his youth attending school. Richard moved to Britannia Beach in 1987, in 1995 moved again to the Fraser Valley.
He first carved at the age of fifteen. Although he was basically self-taught, Marvin Baker was a great influence. Richard... has been carving full time since 1986 and is recognized by the quality of his work.
He likes to carve eagles, bears, wolves, loons, animals that are found locally and have a place in native legend.
He also likes to carve Chiefs and Welcome men. All his work is finely carved and finished. His work is sought out by serious collectors.
Richard Krawchuck’s carvings can be found in collection all over the world.
In amidst of this worldwide pandemic, please know that I am exercising an extreme level of sanitary and hygienic practices when handling and packaging pieces. Stay safe everyone and contact me always for any questions and concerns you may have. We will get through this !
Wolf
Vibrant and extremely detailed, carved in yellow cedar by First Nations artist Richard Krawchuk.
Many levels to this carving makes it even more striking !
It measures 12 1/4" x 3 1/4" and 1/2" thick ... a wonderful addition to any art collection.Pictures do not do it justice. Unique design and deeply carved.
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Richard Krawchuck was born June 20, 1956 in Squamish, B.C.
His father is of Ukrainian background while his mother is of Coast Salish heritage. The family moved to North Vancouver where Richard spent his youth attending school. Richard moved to Britannia Beach in 1987, in 1995 moved again to the Fraser Valley.
He first carved at the age of fifteen. Although he was basically self-taught, Marvin Baker was a great influence. Richard... has been carving full time since 1986 and is recognized by the quality of his work.
He likes to carve eagles, bears, wolves, loons, animals that are found locally and have a place in native legend.
He also likes to carve Chiefs and Welcome men. All his work is finely carved and finished. His work is sought out by serious collectors.
Richard Krawchuck’s carvings can be found in collection all over the world.
In amidst of this worldwide pandemic, please know that I am exercising an extreme level of sanitary and hygienic practices when handling and packaging pieces. Stay safe everyone and contact me always for any questions and concerns you may have. We will get through this !
Wolf
Vibrant and extremely detailed, carved in yellow cedar by First Nations artist Richard Krawchuk.
Many levels to this carving makes it even more striking !
It measures 12 1/4" x 3 1/4" and 1/2" thick ... a wonderful addition to any art collection.Pictures do not do it justice. Unique design and deeply carved.
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