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Bear and Shaman

Bear and Shaman

Date Installed:
Region:
North America
Width:
24 ft
Depth:
4 ft
2D/3D:
3D
Jonathan Kingdon

Bear and Shaman symbolizes the uneasy juxtaposition of wilderness and people. The bear represents America’s vast spaces and the shaman alludes to humanity. Her tambourine standing for the protective role of technology. The surprise on their faces hints at the uncertainties facing man and beast, nature and civilization, as they try to adapt to each other.

The Bear and Shaman sculpture is made from bronze. 

Gift of the Family of Stephen A. Wainwright in Memory of Ruth Palmer Wainwright
Bear and Shaman is located along the guest path hear the Grizzly Bear habitat within North America.
An up close view of the face of a bronze bear statue.