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Artwork copyright Jo Fyfe. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2017.
Silent Retreat, 1981
Jo Fyfe
(American, born 1941)
Location: Oak Harbor Elementary School, Oak Harbor
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
'Bear Hunt' is a mixed media sculpture created by artist Jo Fyfe. She collected beads and natural materials including leather, feathers, and wool. These objects hang from a central "tondo," or circular image. She notes, "The tondo is a shield, and here it is a protector for the bear. Although it has been shattered or pierced, the bear continues to run and escape his predator… man (or does he?)."
This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Oak Harbor School District.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Spokane, Eastern Washington-based artist Jo Fyfe explores color, texture, and narrative using a variety of materials and found objects.
Born in Omak, Northeastern Washington, her artworks are influenced by the heritage of Native American cultures of the interior Pacific Northwest.
ARTWORK DETAILS
| Material Category | Sculpture - other metals |
| Medium | Etched copper, leather, fur, glass and clay beads, wool, and ruffed grouse feathers |
| Dimensions | 22 in x 9 in x 2 in |
| ID Number | WSAC1985.047.000 |
| Acquisition Method | Direct purchase |
| Artist Location | Washington, United States |
Location Information
| Agency | Oak Harbor School District |
| Artwork Location | Oak Harbor Elementary School Temporarily not on display. |
| WA County | Island |
| Placement | Interior |
| Site Type | Public School |
| Address | 151 SE Midway Blvd Oak Harbor, WA 98277 |
| Geo. Coordinates | 48.297151, -122.643899 |
| 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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