Wolf Silk Tie
This Silk Tie was designed by Ben Houstie, a member of the Heitsuk Nation. The wolf is a symbol of protection and guidance, derived from legends where the wolf helps humans in their times of need. Stylish and refined, this silk tie comes in a beautiful form line pattern. Made of 100% jacquard woven silk, this product is perfect for during all seasons and formal occasions. 60 inches long. 3.5 inches wide at the bottom of the tie. Each tie is sold in a 4"x4.25"x4.25" box with a silk covered lid highlighting the tie's design -- perfect for gift giving. Designed in Canada, made in China.
This Silk Tie was designed by Ben Houstie, a member of the Heitsuk Nation. The wolf is a symbol of protection and guidance, derived from legends where the wolf helps humans in their times of need. Stylish and refined, this silk tie comes in a beautiful form line pattern. Made of 100% jacquard woven silk, this product is perfect for during all seasons and formal occasions. 60 inches long. 3.5 inches wide at the bottom of the tie. Each tie is sold in a 4"x4.25"x4.25" box with a silk covered lid highlighting the tie's design -- perfect for gift giving. Designed in Canada, made in China.
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Wolf
The wolf features strongly in both Indian and Inuit lore as a successful hunter. Once the object of fear among the white settlers and shot by bounty hunters, the wolf is becoming better understood and more appreciated, both in Canada and Alaska, and is depicted in art throughout the north. The wolf is a symbol of protection and guidance, derived from legends where the wolf helps humans in their times of need. In Indian designs, the wolf is identified by an elongated snout with flaring nostrils, large teeth and ears, and a curled tail.
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Ben Houstie
Ben Houstie was born in Bella Bella (Waglisla), British Columbia in 1960. Bella Bella, located on the west coast of British Columbia is home to the Heiltsuk First Nation. Ben’s artwork includes paintings, carvings and jewelry.
"As a child, I had the opportunity to watch master carver, Mungo Martin, worked on the world’s largest totem pole, in Alert Bay, B.C. I had been removed from my family and community and placed in St Michael's residential school in Alert Bay. Residential schools were designed to "remove" culture and promote assimilation and yet ironically in Alert Bay, I found the artistic traditions of our culture. As a survivor I am deeply impacted by the painful experiences of being in a residential school. My art is part of my healing and provides a connection to my culture. Working with Bill Reid as well as a project featuring bent box designs created by my great grandfather, Daniel Houstie were critical in my understanding of our unique art forms. I have committed my life to Northwest Coast Art and am delighted that my son Christopher is following in our family tradition."
