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David Boxley

Cultural Background: Tsimshian from Metlakatla, Alaska
David Boxley is a Tsimshian carver from Metlakatla, Alaska. Born in 1952, he was raised by his grandparents. From them he learned many Tsimshian traditions including the language. In 1979, he began devoting considerable time to the study of traditional Tsimshian carving.In all of David's works of art, from totem poles to box drums to prints, he emphasizes Tsimshian style. In the recent resurgence of Native American cultural traditions, artists have become the culture bearers for their tribes. David accepts this responsibility not only in his carving accomplishments, but by bringing the traditions he has learned in his path to being a carver back to his home village.
David is the first Alaskan Tsimshian to achieve national prominence; he is particularly well respected as a totem pole carver, having carved 65 poles in the last 26 years.
“Artists from long ago inspire new generations of Indians to carry on the traditions of which they began. I am determined and dedicated to become the finest artist that I can be while at the same time helping to revitalize and carry on the rich culture of my tribe: I want my sons and other young Indian people to be proud of their heritage.”
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Origine Culturelle: Tsimshian from Metlakatla, Alaska
David Boxley est un sculpteur Tsimshian qui vient de Metlakatla en Alaska. Né en 1952, il a grandit avec ses grands-parents. Grâce à eux, il a appris plusieurs traditions Tsimshian incluant la langue. En 1979, il se dévoua considérablement à l’étude de la sculpture traditionnelle Tsimshian.
Parmi toutes ces oeuvres d’art, de ses totems, tambours à ses impressions, il met de l’emphase sur le style Tsimshian. Avec la remontée que connaît les traditions culturelles Nord Amérindiennes, les artistes sont devenus les ambassadeurs culturels pour leurs tribus. David accepte cette responsabilité non seulement dans ses accomplissements au niveau de ses sculptures, mais en ravivant les traditions dans son village qu’il a appris tout au long de son cheminement.
David est le premier Tsimshian d’Alaska a être reconnu au niveau national; il est particulièrement bien respecté comme sculpteur de totems, il en a sculpté 65 depuis 26 ans.
«Les artistes d’auparavant sont une source d’inspiration pour la nouvelle génération indienne en vue de promouvoir les traditions. Je suis déterminé et dédié à devenir le meilleur artiste possible et en même temps je veux aider à revitaliser et prolonger la riche culture de ma tribu : je veux que mes fils et les autres jeunes indiens soient fiers de leur héritage.»
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Item Code: POD687
Raven
by: Boxley, DavidArt Cards/Mat/Frame/CanvasSize: 9 x 6 in -
Item Code: POD686
Killer Whale
by: Boxley, DavidArt Cards/Mat/Frame/CanvasSize: 6 x 9 in -
Item Code: POD429
Salmon
by: Boxley, DavidArt Cards/Mat/Frame/CanvasSize: 9 x 6 in -
Item Code: POD428
Killer Whale
by: Boxley, DavidArt Cards/Mat/Frame/CanvasSize: 9 x 6 in -
Item Code: POD427
Frog
by: Boxley, DavidArt Cards/Mat/Frame/CanvasSize: 6 x 9 in -
Item Code: POD206
Wolf
by: Boxley, DavidArt Cards/Mat/Frame/CanvasSize: 9 x 6 in -
Item Code: POD205
Sun
by: Boxley, DavidArt Cards/Mat/Frame/CanvasSize: 6 x 9 in -
Item Code: POD204
Lovebirds
by: Boxley, DavidArt Cards/Mat/Frame/CanvasSize: 9 x 6 in -
Item Code: POD203
Raven
by: Boxley, DavidArt Cards/Mat/Frame/CanvasSize: 6 x 9 in