“Killer Whale Sunset” 18 oz. Signature Mug Designed by Artist Carla Joseph

“Killer Whale Sunset”

18 oz. Signature Mug

Designed by Artist Carla Joseph

Authentic Indigenous Art
Artist: Carla Joseph
Cultural Background: Cree

The image combines two potent symbols, the killer whale (orca) and the sunset (sun), which together evoke themes of family, protection, transition, and the connection between worlds

The phrase “Killer Whale Sunset” does not refer to a specific, universal symbol or story in Indigenous culture, as meanings vary widely among the many diverse First Nations groups. Rather, it likely describes a piece of art or a personal interpretation combining the rich, established symbolism of the Killer Whale (Orca) with the general natural imagery of a sunset.

Across the Pacific Northwest Indigenous cultures, the Killer Whale is a deeply significant symbol with various meanings:

Family and Community: Orcas are known to travel in large, close-knit pods and stay with their families for life, making them powerful symbols of community, loyalty, and family bonds.
Protection and Guidance: Known as the “Lord of the Ocean” or the “Guardian of the Sea,” the Killer Whale is believed to protect those traveling away from home and guide them back safely.
Ancestors and Reincarnation: Many tribes believe that killer whales are the reincarnations of deceased humans or great chiefs lost at sea. When a killer whale is seen offshore, it may be viewed as a deceased human or chief trying to communicate with loved ones on land.
Strength and Dignity: The orca is the largest predator on earth, and its depiction in art represents strength, power, and dignity.
Transformation: Legends tell of ancestors who could transform into killer whales by putting on their skins, allowing them to travel between the human and spirit worlds.

The sunset, while not as specific a symbol as the killer whale in the search results, is a natural phenomenon often associated with the close of a day, the transition of time, and the cyclical nature of life. The daily cycle of the sun and moon often hold important symbolic value, with the sun generally symbolizing warmth, life, and light.

Therefore, a depiction of a “Killer Whale Sunset” is likely an artistic expression that combines the rich, protective, and ancestral symbolism of the orca with the natural beauty and cyclical nature of the day’s end.

This unique Killer Whale Sunset Signature Mug features Authentic Indigenous Art by artist Carla Joseph
With the artist’s signature on the inside of mug
Fine China Mugs are 18 oz. (560ml) capacity
Individually boxed for protection
The artist’s biography on the back of the box
The indigenous artist’s name, tribal affiliation, and title of the design appear on the box

Carla Joseph’s beautiful artwork can be found in many different products, such as Art Cards, Art Prints, Mugs, Bags, Journals and more!

AUTHENTIC INDIGENOUS PRODUCT:

Each Signature Mug features authentic indigenous art and the artists or copyright holders are paid a royalty on each sale

CAPACITY:

Mugs are 18oz. (560ml)

MATERIALS:

Made of fine china, Ink

DIMENSIONS:

Item Size: 14 x 10.5 x 11.5 cm
Item Weight: 425g
Box Size: 15 x 12 x 13 cm
Box Weight: 530g

CARE:

Dishwasher and microwave safe

DELIVERY:

Items in stock will be shipped as soon as possible
Backordered Items may take 3 – 4 weeks to ship out

Designed in Canada

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