Name/Title
untitledEntry/Object ID
2010.1.4Description
Bessie Harvey created this sculpture from two tree roots and ceramic marbles painted black and red representing a fierce looking creature. Bessie Harvey always felt a deep spiritual connection to the trees and plants around her, and as a young girl she made statues out of tree roots, calling them ’Little creatures’.Artwork Details
Medium
Wood, paint, plastic beadsCollection
Southern Vernacular Art CollectionAcquisition
Accession
2010.1Source or Donor
Lou and Calynne HillAcquisition Method
GiftMade/Created
Artist Information
Artist
Harvey, BessieRole
ArtistDate made
n.d.Dimensions
Height
17 inWidth
9 inDepth
4 inInterpretative Labels
Label
Bessie Harvey (1929-1994)
Bessie Harvey always felt a deep spiritual connection to the trees and plants around her, and as a young girl she made statues out of tree roots, calling them "little creatures". She continued creating sculptures from found objects the rest of her life, and considered her art making a form of comfort. Growing up in a difficult family situation, and dropping out of school after the 4th grade, Harvey made a living cleaning houses and working as an aide in a hospital. She married at age 14 and had 11 children who she struggled to care for. Harvey had strong religious convictions and believed she was not an artist, but God was working through her to create her sculptures.Created By
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October 2, 2009