Modern 2019 Native Raven Frog Sharing Knowledge Print hotsell by Alvin Child

This is a Northwest Coast Indigenous limited edition silkscreen print entitled "Sharing Knowledge" by Haida artist Alvin Child. Sharing Knowledge is based on a drum painting by Alvin Child. It shows Raven at the top, and Frog at the bottom. In Northwest coast art, Frog is usually depicted with a wide mouth and protruding tongue. In this design, Frog's tongue touches Raven's. What looks like an intimate interaction at first glance, symbolizes the sharing of knowledge and power, and the ability to communicate with different species. It suggests interconnection between all living things. Frog is known as a great communicator and voice of the people, Frog is also a healer, and cleanser of bad spirits. In addition, he represents wealth, abundance, ancient wisdom, rebirth, and good luck. Raven is the creator in most Northwest Coast Indigenous legends. He is a cunning trickster who placed the sun and moon in the sky. This print measures 22" x 22", and is from a run of 170 produced in 2019.

Alvin Child was born in Alert Bay in October, 1962. He graduated from BCIT with a degree in Engineering before meeting master carver John Livingston in 1984, who inspired Alvin to pursue a career in art. Alvin apprenticed under and worked alongsied John until his passing in 2019. Alvin continues to produce limited edition screen prints, carved plaques, and painted drums. hotsell