Small model of a haida dugout canoe with 7 paddles. The dugout canoe and paddles are carved from red cedar wood and has 6 'seats' and 7 paddles.
Made by Haida Artist Leon Ridley. Leon Ridley is a Haida Artist born in Haida Gwwaii. He apprenticed for wood carving with the Master Haida artists. Leon is a dedicated fine wood carver. This model dugout canoe was purchased from 'Haida Arts & Jewellery', Masset, Haida Gwaii for $150 CAD
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