Matthew James
Warrior Mask
13" H
x 9" W x 8" D
Offered is an authentic portrait
Warrior Mask by renowned Cape Mudge Artist Matthew James. Matt
was born in 1963 in Cape Mudge, near Campbell River, on Vancouver
Island, in British Columbia, Canada. This area is representative
of the Kwagiulth Nation, a tribe that inhabits the southern coast
of British Columbia.
Matthew has apprenticed under
master carver, Dwayne Simeon who is also a member of the same
nation that specializes in mask and jewellry carving. Matthew's
style reflects traditional Kwagiulth motifs and execution. His
attention to detail has made his pieces collectible by locals
and tourists alike. Matthew is one of many Northwest Coast artists
who is preserving the traditions of his ancestors through his
artwork.
Matthew is presently living
in Vancouver and carving full-time with Deon Louie & Chris
Van Edig. This large handcrafted mask was created from old growth
Red Cedar with cedar bark hair and painted in the traditional
manner.
