NWC Model Canoe

This is cedar, approx 16.5" / 42cm tip-to-tip, signed with what looks like a K A, and dated 1/31/82.

It's a little asymmetrical, so maybe a less-experienced carver (?)

Any ideas about origin and / or initials?

Thanks in advance!

 

Pott-You're on the way to becoming the next Arthur Erickson !

 

One can dream!

 

It's supposed to look like the a carved stone oil lamp and possibly like a dog, so it's supposed to be asymmetric. Ironwood maybe?

 

It's definitely mature / old growth cedar.

I think it may supposed to look like a wolf, but also looks a bit like a bear.

 

Bear would fit; the muzzle looks correct.