Tsimshian Chief Johnson Totem by Conrad Mather

This model pole is a Tsimshian model of the Chief Johnson Totem of Ketchikan, Alaska. It is carved in red cedar and features Raven and Fog Woman on the bottom and the Kadjuuk bird as a finial on the top. This was likely carved by Conrad Mather, of the Mather family of Tsimshian carvers from New Metlakatla, Alaska. The totem is mounted on a round cut of alder for a base. 6"H x 3 1/2"W

PERIOD: Early 20th Century

ORIGIN: Northwest Coast - Unknown, Native American

SIZE: 6" x 3 1/2"W