This is a Northwest Coast Indigenous limited edition silkscreen print entitled "Whales" by Coast Salish artist George Pennier. It depicts two orcas swimming through a classic Northwest Coast totem pole vista encircled by an abstract ring-shaped whale design. The whale is a communicator and highly regarded guardian of the sea. Whales travel together and symbolize long life. This print measure 16" x 15", and is from an edition of 225 produced in 1989. George Pennier carves masks, bowls, and plaques out of wood, but also works on limited edition silkscreen prints. He has trained and worked alongside artist, Tony Hunt, and his cousin, Willis Peters. George lived in Victoria during the late 1970s, and also worked with Floyd Joseph.