*** About Totem Poles: Totem poles are monumental sculptures carved from large trees by indigenous peoples of the Pacific Northwest coast of North America, including British Columbia. These carvings represent and commemorate ancestry, histories, people, or events. Most poles display beings or creatures who are believed to be powerful entities, occupying the spiritual realm. The totem poles in this depiction, painted with faces and symbols, add a potent narrative element to the piece, connecting the modern surreal interpretation with ancient storytelling traditions.

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