Migration 3D - Migration 3D - A striking fusion of dimension and motion, this shadow box showcases a hand-carved 3D mask whose moving eyes watch you in all angles. This is in honor of thanksgiving of all the fish and wildlife migrations.Encircling the mask are sculpted fish and seal figurines, emblematic of sustenance and seasonal journeys, captured mid-migration in sweeping streaks of blue and white that suggest flowing currents and wind. The background—an acrylic painting—creates a layered visual narrative, bridging the tactile and the ethereal. Real feathers add organic texture and symbolic lift, honoring traditional Alaska Native festivals where masks were used to give thanksgiving.

Outside dimensions 16-5/8"(width) x 20-5/8"(height) x 3/4"(depth)
Black Shadow Box Frame
Comes ready for wall mounting
Mixed media: Kuskokwim driftwood, Mekoryuk sand, seashells, beads, Mekoryuk reindeer hair, guinea hen feathers, acrylic, ivory bead on mouth and regular beads

3D ART FULFILLMENT: Preorder items are made on demand. Please allow 1–3 business days for processing, depending on size, design complexity, detailing, and framing before shipment of single‑item orders. Smaller frames in 8x10” and 11x14” are often completed the same day. Tracking numbers are provided once shipped.

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Migration 3D

Name: Migration 3D
SKU: 11x14Migration
Price: 1250 USD
Availability: OutOfStock

SKU: 11x14Migration

$1,250.00

Quantity

Made to order

Every year we see all creatures return, and it was believed that the fish and animals presented themselves to worthy hunters and gatherers. They watched how the humans treated their bodies during the preservation process. Animal parts were used on masks during festivals. Bladders of birds or animals would be dried and blown up like balloons. Small representations of animals were hung on strings from the four corners of the communal Qas’giq. They shook in rhythm to the drums. They celebrated to give thanksgiving to Ellam Yua.

After the celebration, the animals returned to Ellarpiim Yua, and told Him that they were treated well by the humans. They asked permission to return through hunting, fishing, and gathering to celebrate thanksgiving at the coming festival. Ellarpiim Yua then being pleased of the love and respect humans showed for one another, gave the fish and wildlife permission to celebrate life with humans again. The late elders agreed that Ellam Yua was the same person as Christ Jesus after the arrival of the missionaries bringing the Word in written form, the Bible.