Argillite Bear & Moon Pendant BroochThis Bear & Moon Pendant is hand carved in argillite by Haida artist Melanie Russ. The Bear Symbol represents strength, family, vitality, courage, and health. The bear is thoughtful and independent, with little need for fellowship. The bear is also self contained and strong willed in nature. A Bear is of great support and comfort to those who crave human company simply for personal reassurance rather than for the simple pleasure of being with friends.
The cedar panel measures approximately 17 3/4 inches or 45 centimeters in diameter and 1 1/2 inches or 3 3/4 centimeters thick
The artist carved a supernatural Wasco or Sea-Wolf on one side of the bracelet and the Lazy Son-in-Law on the other side of the bracelet
"The light of the moon shines over the water as I reflect on the beauty of Mother Earth and this Island of beauty and peace
The wand features 7 cast silver bracelets
protection
"I created this print reflecting on my children
The pendant is 1 1/2 inches or close to 4 centimeters long without the bail and 7/8th of an inch or close to 2 1/2 centimeters wide and it weighs 6 1/2 grams
Including the bail the pendant measures approximately 1 3/4 inches or 4 1/2 centimeters high
Terrance Campbell
The headdress can be displayed suspended from the ceiling
It was one of those magical experiences in Tofino that keeps evolving
Painted in 2017 displaying Rande Cook’s practice as an artist between worlds of native art and contemporary art
