9" x 6" Northwest Coast Native Haida art card by Bill ReidThe Bear Mother The Bear Mother legend is an epic in which a Haida woman, while picking berries, was kidnapped by some bears who held her captive in their village until, impressed by her aristocratic appearance and demeanor, accepted her as the wife of a ranking prince. From this union, twin half-human half-bear cubs were born. One day the sound of hunting dogs was heard and it was deducted that they belonged to the woman's brothers who were trying to rescue her. Realizing that only through his sacrifice could the bear clan be established among the Haidas, the Bear Father agreed to emerge from his cave and allow himself to be killed in a ceremonial duel, thus permitting his wife and children to return to human habitation. Canadian Customers: GST/HST will be charged on all Canadian orders. GST# 81559 3835 RT0001 International Customers: Please note that you are responsible for any duties, taxes and fees that your customs authorities may charge. Be aware fees for importing by post may apply. International shipments may experience delays due to border processing/customs clearance.
