Celebrate community, gratitude, and traditional Northwest Coast artistry with the Gilakas'la Earrings by Adam Lewis. Designed in collaboration with Oscardo for the Gallery Collection, these teardrop-shaped drop earrings showcase Kwakwaka'wakw artist Adam Lewis's expressive Gilakas'la (Thank You) design. The artwork features a stylized bumblebee rendered in classic Pacific Northwest formline motifs, honouring the Kwak'wala expression of gratitude and welcoming while symbolizing teamwork, diligence, and harmony with nature.
Crafted from hypoallergenic, nickel-free materials, each lightweight earring features a vibrant printed art insert beneath a smooth protective dome, suspended from comfortable French wire hooks. Mounted on an authentic story card detailing its cultural origin, this pair makes a meaningful gift, a cheerful everyday reminder of gratitude, or a cherished keepsake that directly supports the artist through royalties.
Material: Hypoallergenic, nickel-free zinc alloy with a printed art insert
Earring Style: Lightweight teardrop dangles with French wire hooks
Dimensions: Teardrop measures approx. 2.5 cm x 1.5 cm (1" x 0.6"); total drop approx. 4 cm (1.6")
Details: Smooth protective finish with secure fishhook ear wires
Ethical Sourcing: Royalties are paid directly to the artist for every pair sold
Packaging: Mounted on an authentic artist story card featuring French and English text
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