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Native Art Gallery

Walking Bear

Walking Bear

Artist: Adamie Quamagiaq

Community: Cape Dorset

Medium: Marble

Dimensions (in): W5.5 x H 6.5 x D11.0

Reference: 107494

$3,200.00 CAD
$3,200.00 CAD
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Polar Bear, Nanuq, called the "King of the North", is the greatest predator of the Arctic and a powerfully respected animal.  He is the one animal that is at home both on land and water.  He is built for his environment and has no troubles surviving the long, harsh winters. The polar bears of Nunavut tend to be solitary creatures, generally travelling alone in the winter. When you see two bears together, they are most likely siblings who have learned to hunt together with utmost success.

Some Inuit believe that how we live our lives affects what we become in the afterlife. Apparently, the best reward for a life-well-lived is to return in the form of the polar bear.  This is because the ‘King of the Arctic’, as he is endearingly called, is strong enough to survive the long, cold winters.

This piece is carved in honour of the animal itself; it celebrates the polar bear, his spirit, his strength, and his legend.  May he always be a source of inspiration.

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Adamie Quamagiaq

Born on September 17, 1990, Adamie Mathewsie hails from Cape Dorset, Nunavut, and is the son of renowned carvers Pauloosie and Elisapee Qaumagiaq. From a young age, Adamie demonstrated remarkable promise as an artist, following in the footsteps of his father, Pauloosie, who taught him the intricate art of carving. Adamie shares his father's affinity for sculpting owls, a subject he renders with stunning detail in both serpentine and marble.

Adamie's exceptional talent and dedication have earned him widespread recognition, with his works featured in prestigious galleries across Canada, the United States, and Europe. His sculptures not only showcase his incredible skill but also preserve and celebrate the rich artistic heritage of his Inuit culture. As a rising star in the world of carving, Adamie Mathewsie continues to captivate and inspire audiences globally, leaving an indelible mark on the art world.