Lot 103
Two Bears / Polar Bear Pair
stone sculpture, 1998
5 x 10.5 x 7.5 in (12.7 x 26.7 x 19.1 cm)
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Auction Estimate $1,000.00 - $1,500.00
Price Realized: $1,140.00
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Howard Moose

Howard Moose, born in 1966 in The Pas, Manitoba, is a Cree artist who grew up in South Indian Lake. His artistic journey began at the early age of eight when he started carving wood, creating practical items like snowshoes and toboggans from birch trees. This early foundation in woodworking laid the groundwork for his later transition to stone carving, where he has worked with soapstone and alabaster for several years.

In the early 1980s, Moose expanded his artistic practice to include soapstone carving, developing a distinctive style that showcases northern wildlife and First Nations peoples. While his repertoire includes birds and various animals, bears remain his favorite subject. His Lake Manitoba alabaster bear sculptures are particularly noteworthy for capturing these powerful animals in contemplative, relaxed poses, emphasizing their massive limbs and bodies while conveying their essential strength and character.

Moose's artistic accomplishments have earned him significant recognition, with his works featured in the Manitoba Legislature Building in Winnipeg and in the private collection of former US President Jimmy Carter. These placements speak to the quality and cultural significance of his carvings, which blend traditional Indigenous knowledge with personal artistic vision. Now married with three children, Howard Moose continues to create artwork that celebrates his Cree heritage and the natural environment of northern Manitoba.

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