Original Artwork by Ton Wis Yayoka Ton '17

A Commanding Large-Scale Original Acrylic Painting by Ton Wis Yayaka (2017) Lot Details Artist: Ton Wis Yayaka (Signed: "Ton") Title/Subject: Intertwined Totems (Owl, Bear, Eagle, and Sun) Date: 2017 Medium: Original Acrylic on Canvas Dimensions: 30 in. x 40 in. (76.2 cm x 101.6 cm) Style: Contemporary First Nations Woodland Art Condition: Excellent. Vibrant pigment preservation, taut canvas, no visible scuffing or paint loss. This striking 30" x 40" original acrylic on canvas is a prime example of contemporary First Nations Woodland art. Heavily inspired by the foundational visual language of the legendary Norval Morrisseau, the artist utilizes vibrant, saturated pigments and iconic thick black formlines to divide the canvas into a powerful spiritual narrative. The composition beautifully links the physical and spiritual worlds through intertwined animal totems. On the left, a prominent owl figure stands guard, its torso revealing intricately nested figures—including a bird and a beaver—rendered in the traditional "x-ray" style to represent internal life forces. On the right, the profile of a bear seamlessly merges with a vibrant eagle. The entire narrative is tied together by a bold, central red sun, symbolizing the life-giving spirit that connects all living creatures. The artwork features clean execution, sharp color contrast, and immense presence as a statement piece. Provenance & Markings Recto (Front): Signed and dated by the artist along the bottom loop: "Ton Wis Yayaka Ton '17". Verso (Back): Housed on a heavy-duty professional wooden stretcher frame with secure corner bracing. Includes the original artist/inventory green tag hand-labeled: "Ton Wis Yayaka, Ton 2017, 40 x 30". Display: Pre-wired with heavy-duty hanging wire; ready for immediate gallery exhibition Pickup at Yonge Street and Steeles Avenue