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Northwest Coast Carving

Pair Northwest Coast Cedar Totems
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Northwest coast cedar TOTEM. Signed in pencil on back, "Susan Peters." We assume a former owner
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Antique Late 19th Century American Native American Sculptures and Carvings

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Cedar

Pair Northwest Coast Cedar Totems
Pair Northwest Coast Cedar Totems
H 13 in W 2.5 in D 2.5 in
Pacific Northwest Coast Tlingit Shaman's Grizzly Tooth Pendant, circa Late 1800s
Located in Studio City, CA
A fantastic Northwest Coast Tlingit tribe shaman's pendant carved from Grizzly Tooth with jeweled
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Antique 19th Century Canadian Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Teeth

1970s Nootka Totem Pole by Joe David – Hand-Carved Northwest Coast Wood Art
By Native American Art
Located in Denver, CO
This striking Northwest Coast totem pole is an exceptional hand-carved wood sculpture created by
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Vintage 1970s Canadian Native American Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Shark Mother Totem Pole, 1960s-1970s Northwest Coast Carved Wood by Duane Pasco
By Duane Pasco
Located in Denver, CO
Duane Pasco, circa 1965-1975. A stunning example of Northwest Coast art, the totem echoes the
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Vintage 1960s American Native American Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Vintage Pacific Northwest Coast Native Wooden Hawk Carving by William Wasden Jr
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine vintage Pacific Northwest Native wooden carving. The carving in the form of an hawk with
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20th Century American Native American Decorative Art

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Wood

Tsonoqua/Dzunkukwa "Wild Woman of the Woods" Totem
By Native American Art
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
she is depicted in a kneeling position. A very fine example of Northwest Coast carving. Period: Last
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Late 20th Century American Native American Native American Objects

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Cedar

Monumental Makah TOTEM by Young Doctor 108"H
By Native American Art
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
-the-20th-century Northwest Coast carving and is likely the work of renowned Makah master carver Young
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Antique Early 1900s American Native American Native American Objects

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Cedar

Recent Sales

Vintage Northwest Coast Carving, Possibly a Raven Figure
Located in Van Nuys, CA
A Northwest Coast Native American carving of a bird (perhaps a Raven), of painted wood, circa 1900
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Early 20th Century American Native American Native American Objects

Materials

Wood, Paint

Native American Northwest Coast Totem Pole by Frances Horne - Salish
Located in Denver, CO
Northwest coast Totem Pole segment. About the Artist: Francis Horne was born in Mt. Vernon
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20th Century American Native American Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Antique Northwest Coast/Native American TOTEM Pole, Tlingit, 19th Century
Located in Denver, CO
Tlinget carver. The Tlingit peoples are indigenous to the Pacific Northwest Coast; inhabiting southeastern
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Antique 19th Century American Native American Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Antique Northwest Coast Carved Frontlet, Tlingit/Tsimshian, late 19th century
By Native American Art
Located in Denver, CO
Southeastern coast of Alaska as well as Alaska's coastal islands. The original homeland of the Tsimshian is
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Antique 19th Century American Native American Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

First Nations Northwest Coast Robert Whonnock Signed Carved Wood Wall Hanging
Located in Studio City, CA
A wonderful example of true indigenous first nations Pacific Northwest Coast art by Robert (Bob
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20th Century Canadian Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Circa 1959 Abstract Landscape Oil on Board by Doris Mae Totten Chase
By Doris Totten Chase
Located in Oakland, CA
inspiration for her style to the structured designs of Northwest Coast Native American basketry and carving
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Paint

Large Inuit Northwest Coast Stone Carving of a Bird
Located in Chicago, IL
This stone carving of a bird is very modern in its appeal. The sculpture was carved by KOOTOO of
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Vintage 1920s Canadian Native American Objects

Materials

Stone

Sculptural Side Table by Aleph Geddis
By Aleph Geddis
Located in Los Angeles, CA
stylized naturalism of Northwest coast Native carvings.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Wood

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19th Century Northern Plains War Club
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Northern Plains war club with stylized stone buffalo head. Raw hide wrapped adorned with brass tacks. Much patina from use, blood, grease and sweat. Museum quality. Period: Mid-19th...
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Antique Mid-19th Century American Native American Native American Objects

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Other

19th Century Northern Plains War Club
19th Century Northern Plains War Club
H 26 in W 4.5 in D 4.5 in
David Mazel Tov LifeGuard Chair, Handcrafted Maple Coastal Inspiration Seating
By Louie George Michael
Located in Montreal, Quebec
This chair is named in honor of the famous lifeguard. David Mazel Tov is a design focused on perspectives and it allows two people to co-exist in a space with different points of vie...
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2010s Canadian Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Maple

Painted Wood Hopi Katsina Kachina Figure '#1'
Located in Bradenton, FL
Hopi katsina figures (Hopi language: tithu or katsintithu), also known as kachina dolls, are figures carved, typically from cottonwood root, by Hopi people to instruct young girls an...
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Mid-20th Century American Native American Native American Objects

Materials

Wood

20th Century North West Coast American Indian Tribal Mask George Hunt Jr
By George Hunt, Jr.
Located in Point Richmond, CA
20th century North West Coast American Indian signed Tribal Crying Mask George Hunt Jr. Kwakiutl, British Columbia Cedar, horse hair, leather, paint A striking, graphic mask with th...
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Vintage 1970s Canadian Other Native American Objects

Materials

Cedar, Paint

Antique Apache Native American Basketry Olla with Crosses, Circa 1910
By Apache Indian Art
Located in Denver, CO
This beautifully handcrafted Apache Basketry Olla, dating back to circa 1910, is a remarkable piece of Native American heritage. Featuring intricate crosses woven into the design, it...
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20th Century American Native American Native American Objects

Materials

Natural Fiber

Irving Berg Signed Mid Century Modernist Monumental Wooden Carved Totem Pole
By Irving Berg
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A mid century modernist wooden carved totem pole titled “Snowden” by Irving Berg. Identified on tag via the verso. A monumental totem with unique hand carved details that are brightl...
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20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Native Nootka Totem by Rick Williams, 2 Foot
By Native American Art
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Rick Williams (Nootka / Nuu-chah-nulth, b. 1955). 2 Foot Red Cedar Seattle Pole" painted wood sculpture hand carved by Rick Williams and signed with title on verso of pole. A wonderf...
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20th Century Canadian Native American Native American Objects

Materials

Cedar

Large Folk Art Outsider Art TOTEM 42"H
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
This massive TOTEM pole is an incredible example of outsider Folk Art. The pole was carved by Lair Forster in Ottawa in 1938 and is an eccentric interpretation of one of the iconic T...
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Vintage 1930s Canadian Native American Native American Objects

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Cedar

Very Large 19th Century North-Western Indian Carved Wood Totem Pole
Located in Germantown, MD
A very large 19th century North-Western Indian figural Carved Wood Totem Pole. This very rare Pole measures 8" in diameter and stands 7.5 feet tall. This is one of the rare historic...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Native American Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Hardwood

Lillooet Lidded Storage Basket
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Lillooet lidded storage basket with polychrome imbricated design. Pedestal style. Traded for food in Washington, 5 miles from the Canadian border. Came to us from the granddaughter. ...
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Antique Early 1900s American Native American Decorative Baskets

Materials

Other

Fine Taxidermy Tower of Owls by Sinke & Van Tongeren
By Sinke & Van Tongeren
Located in Haarlem, NL
We found this beautiful ornament years ago in a London antique shop. We immediately thought ‘Owls!’ But had to wait for four years to collect the right species that matched the measu...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Victorian Taxidermy

Materials

Animal Skin

Early 20th Century Native American North West Coast Eagle Comb
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Early 20th Century Native American North West Coast Eagle Comb The eagle has a frog in its claws which is “holding” a whale. Carved with classic North West Coast styling and motifs....
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Early 20th Century Canadian Other Native American Objects

Materials

Wood, Paint

Antique Native American Roach Headdress, 19th Century Plains Indian Tribal Art
By Native American Art
Located in Denver, CO
This stunning antique 19th-century Native American roach headdress, crafted by Plains Indian artisans, is a remarkable example of traditional tribal art. Made with dyed deer hair and...
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Antique 19th Century American Native American Native American Objects

Materials

Fur

Northwest Coast Native American Killer Whale Orca Mask, Wood, Red & Black Design
Located in Denver, CO
This intricately carved wooden mask hails from the Pacific Northwest Coast, showcasing a striking Native American Killer Whale (Orca) motif. Expertly crafted, the mask features bold ...
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Mid-20th Century American Native American Tribal Art

Materials

Wood, Bentwood

19th Century Multi-Figure Tlingit Totem
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Complex Multifigure Tlingit Totem Pole from Sitka, Alaska. This larger red cedar model totem pole was carved by a Tlingit artist from Sitka, Alaska. The pole is unusually complex for...
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Antique Late 19th Century American Native American Native American Objects

Materials

Cedar

1600s-1700s Eastern Ball Headed Club
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Eastern ball headed club of walnut burl with panther effigy over ball. High polished use. Scalloped handle at base. Original drops missing. The panther is a rare and a powerful warri...
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Antique 1650s American Native American Native American Objects

Materials

Wood

1600s-1700s Eastern Ball Headed Club
1600s-1700s Eastern Ball Headed Club
H 23.25 in W 4 in D 4 in
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Northwest Coast Carving For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the northwest coast carving you’re looking for. Frequently made of wood, bone and cedar, every northwest coast carving was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without a northwest coast carving — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right northwest coast carving, those designed in Folk Art styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made northwest coast carving over the years, but those crafted by Native American Art are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Northwest Coast Carving?

Prices for a northwest coast carving start at $695 and top out at $19,995 with the average selling for $2,596.

Finding the Right Folk Art for You

Folk art refers to a genre of art that shares the creator’s traditions, offering not just an artistic display but an opportunity to learn about a culture. Vintage, new and antique folk art typically reflects a heritage or location. It can include utilitarian objects and handmade art as diverse as weather vanes, portraiture and paintings, carnival art, quilts and duck decoys.

American folk art is frequently valued because of the traditional skills involved, like weaving, hand-carving wood and even stonework. Many folk artists are self-taught, while some train as apprentices within their community. By using available materials and taking a personal approach to their creations, artists ensure each piece is unique and conveys a story. Native American folk art includes functional objects reflecting their heritage, such as baskets, textiles and wooden pieces.

During the Great Depression, artistic materials in America were hard to come by, so artisans used discarded wood from cigar boxes and shipping crates to make highly stylized, notched pieces — most often picture frames and boxes — that are today sought after by collectors. This folk art style is called tramp art and was popular from roughly 1870 until the 1940s.

Folk art brings vibrant culture and traditions into your home. Browse an extensive collection of folk art on 1stDibs.

Questions About Northwest Coast Carving
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Northwest Coast native art describes works of art produced by indigenous people who live along the Northwest Coast of the U.S. and Canada. Some tribes who inhabit the region include the Haida, Heiltsuk, Kwakwaka'wakw, Nuu-chah-nulth, Nuxalk, Tlingit and Tsimshian. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Northwest Coast native art.