Genuine Cowichan Indian Sweater made expressly for Hill's Indian Crafts in British Columbia, Canada. Beautiful Thunderbird design. Has two front pockets. This sweater is about 35 years old. Collectible.
The Thunderbird is a mythical creature and a high-ranking prestige crest. Only the most powerful and prestigious Chiefs have the Thunderbird as a crest especially among the Kwagiulth, Nuu-Chah-Nulth and Coast Salish people. It possesses supernatural power and is credited with creating the storms.