Cast bronze with applied patina sculptural mask representing the future existence of Indigenous peoples. The mask consists of an asymmetrical human, smiling, face set inside the body of a seal monster, accented by a "bent wood" frame. Displayed on a stacked rock post.
Type of Sculpture
Free Standing
Artwork Details
Medium
Bronze
Made/Created
Artist Information
Artist
Jennifer Angaiak Wood
Role
Carver
Manufacturer
2 Ravens Studio
Copyright
Copyright Holder
Jennifer Angaiak Wood
Interpretative Labels
Label
This mask represents the future existence of Indigenous peoples. Though our populations were diminished and our cultures suppressed, we have continued on, carrying our people and our stories foward. We are remembering who we are and bringing forth the strength of our ancestors, our traditions, and our cultures. If you ask "how long will you be here?" we will answer " Tomorrow, the day after tomorrow, the day after that..." The mask design is based on an old ivory figure of a "seal monster." The post design is based on the Rock People found on the hills of Tununak, AK.
