Yakuglas' Legacy

Charlie James (1867–1937) was a premier carver and painter from the Kwakwaka''wakw First Nation of British Columbia. Also known by his ceremonial name Yakuglas, he was a prolific artist and activist during a period of severe oppression for First Nations people in Canada.

Yakuglas’ Legacy examines the life of Charlie James. During the early part of his career James created works primarily for ritua...