Antique Totem

Northwest Coast polychrome totem with multiple bird figures atop a turtle. Hole drilled for clamp

Sculpted art nouveau totem chair

These 7-foot-tall hand-carved wooden totems make a serious statement. With a natural patina and

These 7-foot-tall hand-carved wooden totems make a serious statement. With a natural patina and

Architectural post from the Mentawi Island. Circa 1800s.

into their work. A highly unusual and early pole. Northwest Coast cedar totem with original Hudson Bay

Tlingit hand-carved totem with wings painted in a Norwegian style. Marked on back Maria Pease IV

While the scale of this carving, at nearly 80 inches tall, may push the limits of the definition of a “model,” the proportions of its figures and it being made for the curio market c...

Northwest four figure totem from British Columbia. Old black paint and integral base. Great

Northwest coast cedar TOTEM. Signed in pencil on back, "Susan Peters." We assume a former owner

Vintage Wooden Totem Kwakiutl Eagle Cedar Wood. Early 20th Century hand carved cedar wood

Rare, good sized Totem Model. Untouched, original non commercial paint.

Attractive Post Modern Tom Corbin Bronze Totem Sconces Model A9020 Limited, Very small

This amazing antique American Indian totem pole came from a trading post in New Mexico

Complex Multifigure Tlingit Totem Pole from Sitka, Alaska. This larger red cedar model totem pole

Matching pair of Northwest Coast carved model totem poles. Polychrome decorated with carved

This pair of colorful larger Nuu-chah-nulth model totem poles were likely made for a curio shop in

have a strong warrior tradition and are recognized as expert artisans. Traditionally, totems have

have a strong warrior tradition and are recognized as expert artisans. Traditionally, totems have

Kwakiutl totem by Ellen Neel. Signed on back. Bear and thunderbird design with painted black, red

This matched pair of Nuu-chah-nulth model poles each feature thunderbirds, wolves, lightning snakes and eagles. The poles are nearly identical and vary only in minute details and col...

An unusual and whimsical figural TOTEM carved bone ceremonial pipe, displayed raised on a custom

Makah TOTEM by Young Doctor (1851-1934). Neah Bay, Washington. This monumental pole is a

colonial bald eagle. This pole is a large and early Nuu-chah-nulth totem carving with some rare and

-style models of Haida totem poles. Note the watchmen on the top and interlocking figures – as well as

13'2" totem by Don Colp. Inside or outside. Born in Alberta, Canada in 1932, Don Colp grew up on a

square format allows for the design to breathe and express its totemic character.

A striking hand carved Pacific Northwest Coast totem pole by Nuu-chah-nulth artist Sam Williams

A yam ancestor TOTEM pole from the mid-Sepik River region of Papua New Guinea. Carved out of a

A very large 19th century North-Western Indian figural Carved Wood Totem Pole. This very rare Pole

Set of 4 abstract totemic sculptures by Antwerp based Artist, Jorg Van Daele. Each from a single

spiritual craftsmanship of the late 19th century. The pattern on this bead corresponds to the Aquarius Totem

totemic column—an unmistakable interpretation of the axis mundi, or Tree of Life. This central form

TOTEM 3 sleep guardian or Kata Sergo from the ethnic Gorague´, South / South West Ethiopia

TOTEM 2 sleep guardian or Kata Sergo from the ethnic Gorague´, South / South West Ethiopia

TOTEM 1 sleep guardian or Kata Sergo from the ethnic Gorague´, South / South West Ethiopia

Almost 6 six in length, rare to see in complete and wonderful condition, only with a few strengthening welds to the underground base section. This 'Faux Bios' Iron Hitching Post is ...

(tumbuna) or totemic (Pisin) significance are tied to the pendants. Such objects could include small

features rendered in a sculptural, almost totemic manner. Such zoomorphic motifs were believed to serve a

coloured background hosts a polygonal cartouche, which encloses a totem-like pole connecting a series of

, highly stylized, totemic motifs repeat rhythmically, suggesting an allover design that draws the eye

embellished spandrels. Both the interior of the niche as well as the spandrels enclose totemic-like motifs

or totemic motifs rendered with angular clarity. The rhythmic repetition of these figures creates a

border, stylized "birds-on-a-branch" or abstract botanical motifs move with a totemic grace, a hallmark

between the massive, totemic central cross motif and the surrounding geometric symbols reflects the

for this pattern, allowing the eye to travel across a balanced landscape of repeating tribal totems

, abstract interpretations of the Tree of Life motif. These powerful, totemic designs are framed by multiple

“floralizing” these totems. The field often features a rhythmic progression of oversized medallions or a

rug features a rhythmic repetition of oversized medallions and ancient totemic symbols—such as the

Caucasian Seychour rugs are famous for their sophisticated, almost miniature detail. Every geometric totem

backdrop for the highly stylized botanical and totemic motifs, placing it squarely within the category of

eye down the length of the runner. These medallions are not merely decorative; they are ancient totems

distinguished by applied slab elements and pierced openings, adding a sculptural, almost totemic presence. The

architectural plan. The field is populated with a "scatter" of smaller, totemic symbols, including eight-pointed

and finished in softly layered colors, the work unfolds vertically like a rhythmic, totemic presence

a cohesive and powerful ensemble with an almost totemic authority. The expressive faces, deeply

, protective totems, and elemental motifs that whisper the encoded language of nomadic life. These symbols are