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Eagle Box with Lid

This traditional Tlingit bentwood box was created by George Bennett Sr., a Tlingit carver who presently calls Sitka, Alaska his home. Mr. Bennett currently helps to educate people about Sitka’s history as it relates to the Tlingit culture and Russian influence, as well as the beauty of Sitka’s wonders at the Sitka National historical Park, located approximately 1/5 mile from the Harrigan Centennial Hall downtown.

This particular bentwood box has an eagle displayed over two sides. On either side of the eagle, there is a red stripe, representative of house poles. The Eagle is the counterpart to the Raven as moieties (clans) in the Tlingit culture. The Eagle is regarded as a symbol of power and prestige. These majestic birds are abundant in Southeast Alaska.

Both the body and lid were made from yellow cedar, a common wood in Southeast Alaska. Yellow cedar is denser than red cedar and much more durable. It is commonly used in carvings such as bentwood boxes, dishes, and halibut hooks.

Eagle Box with Lid by George Bennett Sr.: $400.00 Add to Cart

Hinged box with fish design

This is a new line that we carry. Assorted box designs that carry 4oz. of wild caught Alaskan salmon from Southeast Alaska. Each box has the “Made in Alaska” polar bear stamp.

Hinged box with fish design;

contains 4oz. of wild Alaskan salmon: $15.00 Add to Cart

Eagle Totem Pole

This Eagle Totem Pole was created by George Bennett Sr., a Tlingit carver who presently calls Sitka, Alaska his home. Mr. Bennett currently helps to educate people about sitka’s history as it relates to the Tlingit culture and Russian influence, as well as the beauty of Sitka’s wonders at the Sitka National Historical Park, located approximately 1/5 mile from the Harrigan Centennial Hall downtown.

This totem pole is about 15” tall and made out of red cedar, just like the large poles you can see in the Sitka National Historical Park. The eagle is perched atop a bentwood box with a spirit face. The design is that of Eagle and Raven. The Eagle is regarded as a symbol of power and prestige. These majestic birds are abundant in Southeast Alaska.

Eagle Totem Pole by George Bennett Sr.: $700.00 Add to Cart

Bear Mask with Copper Eyes

This mask was done by Southeast Alaska Tlingit artist James Bennett.

Bear Mask with Copper Eyes: $450.00 Add to Cart

Raven Bento Box

“Made in Alaska” item. 8oz of wild caught Alaskan salmon from Southeast Alaska in a decorative bento “bentwood” box of a Raven design. In Tlingit culture, Raven is seen as the creator and bringer of the sun, moon, and stars.

Raven Bento Box: $27.00 Add to Cart

Ray Peck Print

We have assorted prints signed by Tlingit artist Ray Peck. They come ready to frame.

Ray Peck Print: $24.00 Add to Cart

Bentwood Canisters

Modeled after a design in a museum, these bentwood canisters are a rarity. More common are the bentwood boxes. These were all done by local Tlingit artist George Bennett Sr.

These bentwood canisters were made from yellow cedar. The base and lids are made from red cedar. Both are local to Sitka, Alaska.

Bentwood Canisters by George Bennett Sr.: $400-$600
Small: 6 and 3/4" tall by 5" diameter, Killerwhale pack design: $400 Add to Cart
Medium: 7 and 1/8" tall by 6" diameter, Killerwhale design: $500 Add to Cart
Large: 8.5" tall by 6 and 3/4" diameter, Bear design: $600 Add to Cart