Woodcarving: weasel

Carving of a weasel made of wood by Cherokee artisan Isaac Ratlif in the 1970s

Woodcarving: duck

This wood carving was made by Isaac Ratlif, a member of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians and Qualla Arts and Crafts Mutual artisan cooperative

Woodcarving: pig

Since the mid-20th century, woodcarving has become a popular craft on the Qualla Boundary. Animals are a favorite motif. This pig, carved from wood, was made by Isaac Ratlif, a member of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians

Woodcarving: weasel

Since the mid-20th century, woodcarving has become a popular craft on the Qualla Boundary. Animals are a favorite motif. This weasel, carved from wood, was made by Isaac Ratlif, a member of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians

Woodcarving: duck

This wood carving was made by Isaac Ratlif, a member of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians and Qualla Arts and Crafts Mutual artisan cooperative