Indigenous drum made of hand-painted deer hide – Spiritual Wolf, Innu creation
✨ Unique handcrafted piece • Handmade in Quebec
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- ✓ Livraison gratuite partout au Canada
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- ✓ Expédition rapide depuis le Québec
- ✓ Création unique – non reproduite
A guardian of instinct and loyalty, designed to resonate with the strength of the clan and inner guidance to the deep rhythm of the boreal territory.
The Spirit of the Object
This drum bears the image of the wolf, messenger of instinct and guardian of the pack. It is handcrafted according to Innu traditions, using deer hide from Quebec and a natural wood frame harvested from Nitassinan. The wolf I hand-painted symbolizes loyalty, inner strength, and guidance. It represents the protective spirit that watches over its people, the one who knows when to advance and when to retreat. Each brushstroke is applied with intention, connected to the visions and energy of the moment. Its timbre is deep and vibrant, inviting you with each beat to listen to your own voice, the voice of the heart and the earth.
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Value and Sacred Lineage
Each drum is unique; the natural variations in the skin and wood make it a living, irreplaceable work of art. Coming from a family of Innu drum bearers, I perpetuate a sacred knowledge passed down by my ancestors. In my culture, only the bearers can make these drums. I harmonize them so they find their balance between matter and spirit, between human and animal, so that each creation becomes a living tradition, imbued with spirit for its future keeper.
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My signature as an artist – my creative process
Each drum (teueikan) I create is handcrafted using a profound, slow, and respectful artistic process. It's my signature. It's what makes my drums recognizable, consistent, and meaningful.
To make a drum, it's important to come from a lineage of drummers. I come from a family of drummers on the Thisselmagan side, according to my ancestors. This heritage is an integral part of my relationship with the drum and my way of creating it.
I have been making drums for several years. I take my time with each one, because the drum is one of the works that resonates most deeply with my Pekuakamiulnuatsh roots.
For me, making a teueikan is a true act of connecting with my ancestors. Each drum is crafted with respect, attentiveness, and presence.
I take the time to precisely stretch each skin so that, once dry, the drum can offer a vibrant, balanced, and lasting sound. This step is essential in the creation of the sound.
Each drum is hand-assembled to achieve the right tension, capable of accompanying singing, meditation, ceremonies, and personal practices.
A mallet (stick) is also made for each drum. Its creation is inspired by elements of the territory: fur, 100% genuine moose leather and natural materials, in the same spirit as all my works.
Each drum resonates with Mother Earth, and it is this relationship that often guides the final design, colors, and decorative elements.
No drum is ever exactly alike. Each piece is unique.
—Dave Verreault-Thisselmagan
Drum Characteristics
- Diameter: 14 inches.
- Skin: Genuine deer from Quebec.
- Frame: Natural wood harvested from Nitassinan.
- Ornament: Hand-painted wolf, vibrant original artwork.
- Production: Handcrafted according to Innu tradition.
- Included: Handcrafted mallet and artisan's signature.
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Commitment and Delivery
- Artisan: Dave Verreault-Thisselmagan (Ilnu Nation).
- Shipping: Fast shipping throughout Canada, the United States and internationally.
- Guarantee: Your creation is protected. Any damaged part will be replaced free of charge.
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Awaken your inner strength and the wisdom of the wolf. Add this hand-painted drum to your cart now to integrate the protection and guidance of the territory into your sacred practice.
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