Updated октобар 2026 · ranked by our popularity score (searches, visits and orders for each work) · 99 works by Emili Kar in our catalogue
In short
Emili Kar's best-known piece is Tanoo, Q.C.I.. You'll find it at the Royal BC Museum in Viktorija. Next on the list are Strait of Juan de Fuca (1936) and Dancing Trees (1940). We have 99 works by Emili Kar in our catalogue; this guide picks out the 99 best known, with the year, the museum and the story of each piece.
A Forest of Totems The air feels heavy with the scent of damp earth and cedar as we step into this lush, green expanse. Tall totem poles rise from the foreground, their surfaces etched with intricate, swirling designs that seem to pulse with a life of their own. These wooden sentinels stand guard over a quiet corner of the woods, where the light filters through a thick canopy of leaves.…
In the sweeping expanse of Emily Carr’s 1936 masterpiece, Strait of Juan de Fuca, the viewer is invited to witness a profound dialogue between the rugged earth and the restless sea. This evocative landscape captures more than just a geographical location; it captures a moment of atmospheric tension where the heavy, cloud-laden sky meets the enduring strength of the coastal mountains. The composition is anchored by two prominent rock formations…
Dancing Trees - Emily Carr (1871 - 1945) — A Pioneer's Vision of British Columbia Emily Carr’s *Dancing Trees*, painted in 1937-40, stands as a testament to her singular artistic vision—a fusion of Post-Impressionism and an unwavering connection to the landscape of British Columbia. More than just a depiction of trees; it embodies Carr's profound engagement with both the natural world and Indigenous culture, reflecting a period marked by significant…
In the heart of the dense, mist-shrouded landscapes of British Columbia, there exists a realm where the boundary between the physical world and the spiritual plane begins to dissolve. Emily Carr’s 1930 masterpiece, “British Columbia Forest,” serves as a profound gateway into this ethereal domain. This is not merely a landscape painting; it is an emotional excavation of the wild. Through her singular lens, the forest ceases to be a…
Emily Carr's “Tanoo,” painted in 1912, is more than just a depiction of totem poles; it’s a profound meditation on the spirit of the Pacific Northwest and the enduring connection between Indigenous peoples and their ancestral lands. Created during a pivotal period of change for both Canada and its First Nations communities, this watercolor offers a rare glimpse into a world largely untouched by modern influence – a world where…
In the 1931 painting House Near Woods, Emily Carr presents a serene and tranquil scene that captures a moment of quietude within the Canadian landscape. The composition centers on a small, white house with a red roof, positioned atop a hill as it overlooks a vast, surrounding forest. This wooden cabin sits nestled within a clearing, surrounded by the dense, thick growth of the woods.
Reforestation - A Vision of Resilience Emily Carr’s “Reforestation,” painted in 1936 during her prolific period exploring British Columbia's landscapes, stands as a testament to her unwavering fascination with the natural world and her ability to translate its spirit onto canvas. This monumental artwork embodies Group of Seven principles—bold brushstrokes, flattened perspective, and an uncompromising commitment to capturing raw emotion—resulting in a scene that transcends mere depiction; it communicates a…
In the quietude of the Pacific Northwest, where the mist clings to the rugged bark of ancient conifers, Emily Carr captures a moment of profound stillness in Young Pines And Sky. This evocative piece serves as a window into a world where the boundary between the earth and the heavens feels beautifully permeable. The composition centers on a cluster of resilient young pines, their silhouettes reaching upward with a quiet,…
The world settles into a quiet, silvered stillness. Before a modest wooden dwelling, a Haida ceremonial pole rises against the landscape, its carved face fixed in a steady, unblinking gaze. This black-and-white watercolor captures a moment of profound gravity, where the textures of wood and shadow merge. The house, with its dark walls and a hint of a red roof, sits tucked beneath the presence of the totem. There is…
Created in 1911, this oil on cardboard work captures a specific moment of transition in the artist's development. The composition focuses on the structural presence of a dwelling within the Brittany landscape. Through a controlled application of paint, the work explores the relationship between built forms and the surrounding environment. The medium of cardboard lends a specific texture to the surface, influencing the way the oil pigment sits upon the…
Trees in France1911 · McMichael Canadian Art Collection
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(forest landscape)Royal BC Museum
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Cha-atl, Field with PoleRoyal BC Museum
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Crécy-en-BrieRoyal BC Museum
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Brittany, France1911 · McMichael Canadian Art Collection
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Totem Poles, Kitseukla1912 · Vancouver Art Gallery
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Indian Totem pole, Yan, Queen Charlotte Islands1912
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Totem Mother1928 · Vancouver Art Gallery
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Kitwancool1928
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Blunden Harbour1930
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Portrait of Woo1932 · Nacionalna galerija Kanade
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Grizzly Bear Totem, Angidah, Nass River1930 · Nacionalna galerija Kanade
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Indian Hut, Queen Charlotte Islands1930 · Nacionalna galerija Kanade
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Totem and Forest1931 · Vancouver Art Gallery
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Guyasdoms D'Sonoqua1930 · Art Gallery of Ontario
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Tree In Autumn
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Forest (Tree Trunks)1938 · Nacionalna galerija Kanade
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Landscape1940 · Nacionalna galerija Kanade
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Self-portrait1939 · Nacionalna galerija Kanade
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Sawmills, Vancouver1912 · McMichael Canadian Art Collection
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A Haida Village1929 · McMichael Canadian Art Collection
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Logger’s Cull
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Shoreline
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Heart Of The Forest
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A Rushing Sea Of Undergrowth
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Yan Q.C.I.1912 · Art Gallery of Hamilton
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Dancing Sunlight1937 · McMichael Canadian Art Collection
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lampRoyal BC Museum
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Self-portrait1924 · Vancouver Art Gallery
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Four Children in a Breton Cottage1911 · Nacionalna galerija Kanade
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Breton Farm Yard1911 · McMichael Canadian Art Collection
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Autumn in France1911 · Nacionalna galerija Kanade
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Indian Totem pole, Hazelton, Skeena River, BC1912
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Graveyard Entrance, Campbell River1912 · Nacionalna galerija Kanade
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The Welcome Man1913 · Nacionalna galerija Kanade
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Totem Pole at Hazelton1912 · Nacionalna galerija Kanade
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Memalilaqua, Knight Inlet1912 · Nacionalna galerija Kanade
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Community House Ucluelet1912 · Montreal Museum of Fine Arts
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Indian War Canoe1912 · Montreal Museum of Fine Arts
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First Nations War Canoes in Alert Bay1912
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Arbutus Tree1922 · Nacionalna galerija Kanade
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Heina1928 · Nacionalna galerija Kanade
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Vanquished1930 · Vancouver Art Gallery
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Tree Trunk1931 · Vancouver Art Gallery
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Tree (spiralling upward)1933 · Vancouver Art Gallery
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Red Cedar1931 · Vancouver Art Gallery
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Old Timer1932
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Big Raven1931 · Vancouver Art Gallery
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Forest Landscape1932 · Nacionalna galerija Kanade
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Among the Firs1931
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Untitled (Seascape)1935
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In the Forest, BC1935 · Art Gallery of Ontario
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Blue Sky1936
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A Forest Clearing1935
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Sky1935 · Nacionalna galerija Kanade
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Forest Landscape No. 21935 · Nacionalna galerija Kanade
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Seascape1935 · Nacionalna galerija Kanade
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Strait of Juan de Fuca1936 · Nacionalna galerija Kanade
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Landscape1935 · Nacionalna galerija Kanade
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Wind in the Tree Tops1939
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Sombreness Sunlit1940
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Happiness1939
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Clearing1942 · Nacionalna galerija Kanade
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Forest Landscape No. 11939 · Nacionalna galerija Kanade
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Odds and Ends1939
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Kispiox VillageRoyal BC Museum
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MelonsRoyal BC Museum
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Untitled (forest scene)Royal BC Museum
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Kitseukla
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Heina, Maude Island, Queen Charlotte IslandsRoyal BC Museum
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Odds And Ends
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Heina
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Forest, British Columbia
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Don’t pickle me away as a ‘done’
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Self Portrait
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Indian Church -
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Sunshine And Tumult
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Trees
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Autumn Woods
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Trees Love To Toss And Sway; They Make Such Happy Noises
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Gitwangak, Queen Charlotte Islands
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Totem Walk At Sitka
93![Untitled [Skedans, Queen Charlotte Islands] by Emili Kar](/media/artworks/images-thumb/d0/d7/d0d77f9fa039d25a761f21e549246072.jpg)
Untitled [Skedans, Queen Charlotte Islands]Royal BC Museum
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Ada and Louise Outside Cedar CanimRoyal BC Museum
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Mrs. Douse, Chieftainess of KitwancoolRoyal BC Museum
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RootsRoyal BC Museum
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Study in Colour and FormRoyal BC Museum
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Scorned As Timber, Beloved Of The SkyVancouver Art Gallery
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Indian ChurchArt Gallery of Ontario
The four subjects that come up most often in these pieces, each with its best-known example.
The 8 museums that hold the most of the paintings on this page.
| Museum | City | Works by Emili Kar | Paintings from this list |
|---|---|---|---|
 Nacionalna galerija Kanade |
Otava | 23 | House in Brittany, Portrait of Woo, Grizzly Bear Totem, Angidah, Nass River |
 Royal BC Museum |
Viktorija | 15 | Tanoo, Q.C.I., Kitwangar Pole, (forest landscape) |
 McMichael Canadian Art Collection |
Von | 11 | Strait of Juan de Fuca, Dancing Trees, British Columbia Forest |
 Vancouver Art Gallery |
Vancouver | 10 | Totem Poles, Kitseukla, Totem Mother, Totem and Forest |
 Art Gallery of Ontario |
Toronto | 3 | Guyasdoms D'Sonoqua, In the Forest, BC, Indian Church |
 Montreal Museum of Fine Arts |
Montreal | 2 | Community House Ucluelet, Indian War Canoe |
 The Robert McLaughlin Gallery |
Oshawa | 1 | House Near Woods |
 Art Gallery of Hamilton |
Hamilton | 1 | Yan Q.C.I. |
Pick a decade to see its standout piece.
Emily Carr's “Tanoo,” painted in 1912, is more than just a depiction of totem poles; it’s a profound meditation on the spirit of the Pacific Northwest and the enduring connection between Indigenous peoples and their ancestral lands. Created during a pivotal period of change for both Canada and its First Nations communities, this watercolor offers a rare glimpse into a world largely untouched by modern influence – a world where…
In the sweeping expanse of Emily Carr’s 1936 masterpiece, Strait of Juan de Fuca, the viewer is invited to witness a profound dialogue between the rugged earth and the restless sea. This evocative landscape captures more than just a geographical location; it captures a moment of atmospheric tension where the heavy, cloud-laden sky meets the enduring strength of the coastal mountains. The composition is anchored by two prominent rock formations…
Dancing Trees - Emily Carr (1871 - 1945) — A Pioneer's Vision of British Columbia Emily Carr’s *Dancing Trees*, painted in 1937-40, stands as a testament to her singular artistic vision—a fusion of Post-Impressionism and an unwavering connection to the landscape of British Columbia. More than just a depiction of trees; it embodies Carr's profound engagement with both the natural world and Indigenous culture, reflecting a period marked by significant…
Top of the list is Tanoo, Q.C.I., Royal BC Museum, Viktorija. Right behind it: Strait of Juan de Fuca (1936) and Dancing Trees (1940).
Tanoo, Q.C.I., Strait of Juan de Fuca, Dancing Trees, British Columbia Forest, Tanoo, House Near Woods, Reforestation, Young Pines And Sky, Kitwangar Pole and House in Brittany. You'll find the year and the museum of each in the list above.
We have 99 works by Emili Kar in our catalogue, dated 1911 to 1942.
You'll find most of them in Nacionalna galerija Kanade (Otava), Royal BC Museum (Viktorija) and McMichael Canadian Art Collection (Von). The museum list above has the full breakdown.
In 1930s, more than any other time: 34 of the 99 pieces on this page date from then, Strait of Juan de Fuca among them.
The earliest piece here is House in Brittany (1911); the most recent is Clearing (1942).
Landscape (11), Forest (8) and Trees (8), out of the 99 pieces on this page.
Oil On Canvas, used in 10 of the 99 pieces on this page.
Post-impressionism and Modernism, as you can see in the pieces on this page.
You can see 23 of the pieces on this page at the Nacionalna galerija Kanade, Otava, including House in Brittany, Portrait of Woo and Grizzly Bear Totem, Angidah, Nass River.
Yes. Every painting on this page is available as a hand-painted oil reproduction or a print, in the size that suits you. Just open the painting's page to order.
