Ben Houstie Signed Salmon Ceramic Tile & Wooden Box

Beautiful vintage decorative wooden keepsake box featuring a signed ceramic tile artwork titled “Salmon” by renowned Heiltsuk artist Ben Houstie. Ben Houstie (born 1960) is a respected Heiltsuk artist from Bella Bella (Waglisla), British Columbia. His work includes original paintings, limited-edition prints and cedar carvings. In 1988, he worked alongside renowned Northwest Coast artist Bill Reid on artwork for the Canadian Museum of Civilization, and later contributed to the Museum of Anthropology's 2000 exhibition, The Transforming Image. The striking salmon design features bold black, red and white Northwest Coast formline elements. Salmon holds profound cultural significance for the Heiltsuk people, representing sustenance, cultural identity, ancestral connections and the enduring relationship between people and their waters. The ceramic tile is signed by Ben Houstie, titled “Salmon” and marked Made in Brazil on the reverse. A particularly versatile piece: the ceramic tile lifts completely out of the wooden frame, allowing it to be displayed separately, while the wooden box can be used for storing keepsakes or small treasures. Approximate measurements: - Overall box: 8.5" long x 6.5" wide - Ceramic tile: 8" x 6" Approximate age: Likely late 20th century; exact production date unknown. Condition: Great vintage condition. Tiny chip on the back of the ceramic tile. Front artwork presents beautifully. Please review all photos carefully, as they form part of the description. Pick up lower mount royal Calgary, parking available, cash only please