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Indigenous Arts

INDIGENOUS

ARTS

Rooted in our past

At ALC Antiques, we specialize in Indigenous arts, with expertise spanning Northwest Coast, Native American, Inuit, and Plains traditions. From carvings, masks, and regalia to beadwork, sculpture, and functional art, we approach each piece with care, respect, and cultural sensitivity. Our knowledge of materials, craftsmanship, and regional styles allows us to provide accurate identification and context, supported by a trusted network of specialists. Whether you bring us a single work or an extensive collection, we ensure fair market evaluations while honouring the cultural heritage and artistry behind every item.

Territory acknowledgement

We acknowledge and respect the Lək̓ʷəŋən (Songhees and Xʷsepsəm/Esquimalt) Peoples on whose territory the university stands, and the Lək̓ʷəŋən and W̱SÁNEĆ Peoples whose historical relationships with the land continue to this day.

Sell with

Confidence

Our experts will asses the value of your items and make offers based on the current fair market value. We are committed to maintaining the highest level of integrity and professionalism during your appointment. After a mutually agreed upon price is accepted for your items, payment will be provided.

 Please take the time to explore a sample of the style of items we are looking for:

NORTHWEST COAST

TRADITIONAL

  • Fishing, Hunting, Tools & Implements
  • Baskets, Hats & Weavings
  • Button Blankets
  • Potlatch Coppers
  • Trade Beads/Beadwork
  • Drums
  • Regalia

CARVINGS

  • Masks, Totem Poles, Grease Bowls, Panels & Plaques, Paddles, Canoes, Ladles, Talking Sticks, Dolls, Frontlets, Bentwood Boxes, Rattles, Pipes, Rattles
  • Argillite

JEWELRY

  • Traditional & Contemporary
  • Gold, Silver & Copper

ART

  • Traditional & Contemporary
  • Paintings/Prints

HISTORICAL & CULTURAL

  • Archaeological
  • Photographs
  • Objects

INUIT

TRADITIONAL

  • Fishing, Hunting, Tools & Implements
  • Baskets & Weavings
  • Traditional Clothing
  • Eskimo Goggles
  • Moccasins
  • Gloves

CARVINGS

  • Soapstone
  • Scrimshaw
  • Crib Boards
  • Oosiks
  • Whale Vertebrae

JEWELRY

  • Traditional & Contemporary

ART

  • Traditional & Contemporary
  • Paintings/Prints
  • Patchwork
  • Stone Cuts

HISTORICAL & CULTURAL

  • Archaeological
  • Photographs
  • Objects

Native American

TRADITIONAL

  • Fishing, Hunting, Tools & Implements
  • Baskets & Weavings
  • Traditional Clothing
  • Trade Blankets
  • Beadwork: Moccasins, Gloves, Vests, Flint Pouches, Quill-Quiver Bags, Other

CERAMICS

    • Traditional & Contemporary
    • Blackware/
      Redware

CARVINGS

    • Stone/Wood Carvings
    • Kachina Dolls
    • Arrow Heads
    • Mortars/Pestles
    • Fetishes
    • Pipes

JEWELRY

    • Traditional & Contemporary
    • Beadwork
    • Gold, Silver, Copper & Tin

ART

  • Traditional & Contemporary
  • Paintings/Prints

HISTORICAL & CULTURAL

  • Archaeological
  • Photographs
  • Objects

OCeanic

TRIBAL

  • War Shields, Weapons of war
  • Carvings: Masks, Figurative Sculptures, Vessels, Stools, Canoes & Headdresses, Architectural Elements
  • Tools, Hooks & Implements
  • Basketry
  • House posts & Totems
  • Musical instruments
  • Common & rituals objects
  • Visual Art, Paintings, Etc.

TRADITIONAL

  • Jewelry & Adornments
  • Beadwork
  • Textiles
  • Regalia

HISTORICAL & CULTURAL

  • Archaeological
  • Photographs
  • Objects

AFRICAN

TRIBAL

  • Metal-Work
  • Pottery
  • Carvings: Masks, Figurative Sculptures, Vessels, Stools, Canoes & Headdresses, Architectural Elements
  • Tools & Implements
  • Basketry
  • Musical instruments
  • Common & rituals objects
  • Visual Art, Paintings, Etc.

TRADITIONAL

  • Jewelry & Adornments
  • Beadwork
  • Textiles
  • Regalia

HISTORICAL & CULTURAL

  • Religious Artifacts
  • Archaeological
  • Photographs
  • Objects