Born from the mist-shrouded rainforests of Southeast Alaska, this traditional woven hat represents centuries of Tlingit, Haida, and Tsimshian ingenuity. In the North, we respect the "Smoke"—the hard, functional utility required to survive the elements. Historically, these cedar bark hats were the ultimate protection, woven so tightly they naturally shed the heavy coastal rains.
But every piece of survival gear deserves its "Sparkle." This specific curation entry elevates the traditional "working hat" silhouette into a masterpiece of wearable art.
The Material: Hand-harvested Red and Yellow Cedar bark, processed by hand to a supple, leather-like consistency.
The Weave: Expertly executed diagonal (twill) weaving throughout the crown and brim, finished with a refined scalloped edge.
The Embellishments: A custom band featuring three hand-formed cedar roses—two fuchsia-streaked "wild" roses flanking a central cream-tone blossom.
The Fit: Features a traditional wide brim for sun and rain protection, secured by a soft, fringed buckskin chin strap.
This is a high-value Gallery Entry intended for the serious collector of Indigenous Alaskan arts. The tension in the weave is remarkably consistent, and the use of natural pigment variations in the cedar roses makes this a one-of-a-kind acquisition.
"At Northern Trades, we don't just sell items; we steward stories. This hat is a bridge between the ancient cedar groves of the coast and the modern Alaskan spirit." — Devin Stoneraven, Director of Cultural Integrity
Born from the mist-shrouded rainforests of Southeast Alaska, this traditional woven hat represents centuries of Tlingit, Haida, and Tsimshian ingenuity. In the North, we respect the "Smoke"—the hard, functional utility required to survive the elements. Historically, these cedar bark hats were the ultimate protection, woven so tightly they naturally shed the heavy coastal rains.
But every piece of survival gear deserves its "Sparkle." This specific curation entry elevates the traditional "working hat" silhouette into a masterpiece of wearable art.
The Material: Hand-harvested Red and Yellow Cedar bark, processed by hand to a supple, leather-like consistency.
The Weave: Expertly executed diagonal (twill) weaving throughout the crown and brim, finished with a refined scalloped edge.
The Embellishments: A custom band featuring three hand-formed cedar roses—two fuchsia-streaked "wild" roses flanking a central cream-tone blossom.
The Fit: Features a traditional wide brim for sun and rain protection, secured by a soft, fringed buckskin chin strap.
This is a high-value Gallery Entry intended for the serious collector of Indigenous Alaskan arts. The tension in the weave is remarkably consistent, and the use of natural pigment variations in the cedar roses makes this a one-of-a-kind acquisition.
"At Northern Trades, we don't just sell items; we steward stories. This hat is a bridge between the ancient cedar groves of the coast and the modern Alaskan spirit." — Devin Stoneraven, Director of Cultural Integrity
