Dave McGary

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Eye of the Raven
Masterwork 32 1/2"h Bust 24" high
Bronze with Parina and Paint


The Chief in "Eye of the Raven" is wearing a beautiful carved mask and traditional regalia. His legging are made of strips of cedar bark which also hangs down from the mask to hide the face of the chief, creating the illusion of transformation. The traditional mask is decorated with eagle feathers and painted with beautiful colors that would catch the eye of any person who experiences Northwest Coastal Art. Carved cedar masks representing the wildlife and culture of the coast are still produced by the contemporary artist of the region today. The rattle was one used from the collection at the Anthropology Department at the University of British Columbia. The peoples of the Northwest Coastal tribes took great pride in the carving and sculpting of their dance regalia. This is obvious as shown by the artistry and great detail in each of the masks, rattles and other dance regalia used by them.