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Artworks
HENRY EVALUARDJUK (1923-2007) IQALUIT (FROBISHER BAY)
Striding Bear, 1965stone, 4 x 7.25 x 2 in (10.2 x 18.4 x 5.1 cm)
“HENRY ᐃᕙᓗ ᐊᔪ / 1965".1Further images
This early yet accomplished work by Henry showcases a smooth, rounded form and is rendered in a polished black finish, creating a sleek, almost silhouetted figure. The bear's sturdy, thick...This early yet accomplished work by Henry showcases a smooth, rounded form and is rendered in a polished black finish, creating a sleek, almost silhouetted figure. The bear's sturdy, thick legs contribute to the sculpture's solid and weighty presence. Capturing a calm trot, the bear’s head is slightly lowered, as if in mid-stride. Through this work, we sense the artist's intimate knowledge of his subject.Provenance
Private Collection, Toronto.1of 22