{"product_id":"totem-pole-carving-adze","title":"Nuu-chah-nulth Totem Pole Carving Adze","description":"\u003cp\u003eTraditional Nuu-chah-nulth woodworkers of the Pacific Northwest Coast historically utilized specialized hand tools such as the D-adze and elbow adze to skillfully rough out, scoop, and sculpt western red cedar into monumental creations, intricate house posts, and sturdy ocean-going dugout canoes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA carving adze has a uniquely shaped hardwood handle, often made from Pacific yew, maple, or alder, that fits comfortably in the hand. Its design allows for precise, controlled downward or swinging cuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis carving adze is part of a collection that came directly from a Tla-o-qui-aht First Nation member and a prominent family figure. It’s a remarkable handmade piece, perfect as a collectible or a practical tool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e18\" overall, with a length of 12\" from the tip of the cutting steel to the head, and a thickness of 1 3\/4\". The blade is bolted and the drill holes are epoxy filled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"(Artist Unknown)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50776441389313,"sku":"NUU-ADZ","price":475.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0688\/5222\/0161\/files\/adze.jpg?v=1792523468","url":"https:\/\/pentlatchgallery.com\/products\/totem-pole-carving-adze","provider":"Pentlatch Gallery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}