Artwork copyright Jay Haavik. Photo courtesy of the artist.
Bear (Bella Coola Style), 1985
Jay Haavik
(American, born 1943)
Location: Centennial Elementary, Graham
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
Bear (Bella Coola Style) is a forehead mask carved by artist Jay Haavik based on the traditional artistic motifs and forms of the Bella Coola tribal group, located in British Columbia, Canada. Haavik studies the art of the Northwest Coast Native Americans, and notes that the Bella Coola style is characterized "by bulbous, sculptural forms, distinctive eye orbs, and an ultra-marine blue color."
This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Bethel School District.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Jay Haavik creates carved sculptures, panels, architectural installations, and fine furniture in wood and stone, as well as prints and paintings. His art is rooted in mythology and themes of nature, and it is influenced by the styles of Viking and Northwest Coast art. Haavik is a non-Native artist.
ARTWORK DETAILS
| Material Category | Painting - paint on rigid surface / mixed media |
| Medium | Western redcedar wood, yellow cedar wood, and bear fur |
| Dimensions | 11 in x 8 1/2 in x 19 in (irregular dimensions) |
| ID Number | WSAC1991.075.000 |
| Acquisition Method | Direct purchase |
| Artist Location | Washington, United States |
Location Information
| Agency | Bethel School District |
| Artwork Location | Centennial Elementary Hallway, Outside of library, Left of door to library |
| WA County | Pierce |
| Placement | Interior |
| Site Type | Public School |
| Address | 24323 54th Ave East Graham, WA 98338 |
| Geo. Coordinates | 47.035702, -122.356445 |
| Before Visiting | Some artworks may be located in areas not accessible to the general public (especially in K-12 public schools). Consider contacting the site prior to a visit to ensure access. |
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