The decoration, although of various inspirations, was mainly of plant motifs, but also had a profusion of medallions, heraldic devices and animal figures, among others.
en.wikipedia.org These groups have heraldic crests, which are displayed on totem poles, canoes, feast dishes, house posts, weavings, jewelry, and other art forms.
en.wikipedia.org Although clan crests are commonly bought and sold, the heraldic crest and motto belong to the chief alone and "never" the individual clan member.
en.wikipedia.org In the lower part is a burning set of three hills (a somewhat common heraldic device).
en.wikipedia.org The heraldic animals need not exactly resemble the actual creatures.
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