Hummingbird
Artist: | Nusmata |
Region: | Nuxalk |
Material: | Red Cedar Wood and Acrylic Paint |
Dimensions: | 18” |
The hummingbird is referred to as ‘’Sah Sen” which translates to “Messenger of Joy”.
The hummingbird represents a sign of good luck and good fortune. They are a symbol
of love, beauty and intelligence. It was considered a positive sign to spot a Hummingbird just prior to a major event
such as travelling to a new village. The hummingbird teaches us how to find the
miracle of joyful living from our own life circumstances.