This group of postcards shows the Chief Shakes totem pole. This painted pole was carved by William Ukas and raised in 1896. It survived until 1978, when a windstorm blew over the pole, which was in poor condition. A replica pole was built to replace it and is located in Kiksadi Totem Park in Wrangell, Alaska.
From top to bottom:
- Raven
- Box that contains the sun
- Raven with sun halo. On the Raven's chest is a female wearing a labret (lip piercing).
- Raven
- Tribal Astronomer or Woman Who Holds Up the Earth
Cultural Style: Tlingit
Do not trust the colours of this postcard.
More information:
https://livingnewdeal.org/projects/chief-shakes-historic-site-raven-pole-shakes-island-wrangell-ak/
http://www.alaskafloatsmyboat.com/beachcombing/2012/12/10/xauhysh0amo05jo73384hihdpc2hlj
