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Message:: [QUOTE="all_fakes, post: 10057509, member: 55"]I think I remember that some of the A.R.T. totems were designed by Israel Shotridge, Tlingit, not sure about this one. But he's quite a well-known carver, has restored or carved replacements for a number of famous totem poles, after they deteriorated due to age, as well as some other full-size poles. This model of the Kicksetti totem is not actually a replica as such; it differs in a number of small details - rather, like many of the A.R.T. totems it is a re-imagining of the original, using the same figures. Their hiring of native designers, and attention to correct form-line usage, ranks them somewhat higher than many of the souvenir totem-pole companies, IMHO.And speaking of goofy items, I found on Ebay this listing, clearly NW Coast designs, listed as Guatemalan..."Add a touch of Mexican ethnic style to your collection with this set of 2 lapel pins from Guatemala. The intricate design features Aztec mythology and symbolism, making them a unique addition to any jewelry collection. Crafted from brass with enamel detailing, these pins are a testament to the rich cultural heritage of Guatemala."<img src="styles/default/xenforo/clear.png" class="mceSmilieSprite mceSmilie19" alt=":banghead:" unselectable="on" unselectable="on" /> [ATTACH=full]505041[/ATTACH][/QUOTE]