Black Bear
Black Bear designed by Joe Wilson (Sxwaset), Coast Salish artist. Made on Vancouver Island out of 16 gauge stainless steel and painted with black powder coating.
Bear symbolizes power, strength, healing, thoughtfulness, and willpower.
18.5" x 24"
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Joe Wilson was born in 1967 into the Cowichan Tribes Native Band and was raised in Duncan, British Columbia, Canada. Since 1984 his work has reflected his search for his own cultural identity in Coast Salish art.