HAIDA RAVEN & THE FIRST MEN - Gold Embossed - by Bill Reid - 6\" x 9\" Art Card For Sale

This beautiful art card features the iconic Haida Raven & The First Men design by Bill Reid. Measuring 6 inches by 9 inches, this print is embossed with gold foil, adding a touch of elegance to any collection. The portrait orientation and unframed framing make it easy to display anywhere in your home or office.The print is a licensed reprint of the original contemporary artwork produced in 2023. Its theme is mythological and its subject is the Raven, a central figure in Haida culture. Although not handmade, the production technique used in the embossing process adds depth and texture to the artwork. The print comes with no Certificate of Authenticity (COA) but is a great addition to any art lover\'s collection.
Bill Reid(1920-1998) was an acclaimed master goldsmith, carver, sculptor, writer, broadcaster, mentor and community activist. Reid was born in Victoria, BC to a Haida mother and an American father with Scottish German roots, and only began exploring his Haida roots at the age of 23. This journey of discovery lasted a lifetime and shaped Reid\'s artistic career. The Bill Reid Gallery of Northwest Coast Art was created in 2008 to honour his legacy and celebrate the diverse indigenous cultures of the Northwest Coast. Bill Reid infused Haida traditions with his own modernist aesthetic to create both exquisitely small as well as monumental work that captured the public\'s imagination, and introduced a timeless vocabulary to the modern world. Signatures are part of the printing process. Proceeds of the printing process go to the Estate of Bill Reid. A biography is attached to the back of the card. Greeting card type card opens up to write a letter. Card size is 6\" x 9\". Papers used are a recyclable card stock. Card comes with envelope and mylar sleeve. Image is an open edition print by CAP. This is a brand new card.
This artwork is gold embossed but has no precious metals within. The design is a story telling tool and or a family crest. The Bill Reid gold embossed series has 4 different designs.
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