Charlie Edenshaw was the foremost of the Haida carvers at the time when their art first achieved international recognition. Born at Skidegate, he acquired the traditional carving skills from his uncle and translated them into brilliant artistry. His works, executed in a personal, "modern" style, in argillite and silver, extended the traditional range of Haida art. Edenshaw acted as a consultant and illustrator for many anthropological publications, including the work of J.R. Swanton. His work is represented in museums in North America and Europe.