Give a Hoot - 2024 Charity Box

Name: Give a Hoot - 2024 Charity Box
Brand: Wesley Wyse
Price: 5600.0 CAD
Availability: OutOfStock

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Give a Hoot - 2024 Charity Box

Wesley Wyse

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Description

16 1/4" x 6 1/4" x 9 1/2"

Red and yellow cedar, acrylic.

THIS BOX IS NOW SOLD. FINAL BID $5,600.00

This piece is part of our 2024 annual Charity Bentwood Boxes auction running from November 23rd to December 7th.

Shipping

This piece requires special handling, and will likely incur additional costs. We will build a custom box or crate and arrange delivery with a trusted carrier experienced in transporting fine artwork. After purchase, we’ll contact you directly to coordinate shipping and provide all necessary details.

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"I was turning the box over, trying to decide what to create, when my sister walked in and said, ‘You should make an owl.’ Her idea sparked something, and the owl quickly came to life. Its bobbing head adds a playful touch to a piece inspired by her simple, wise suggestion."

-Wes Wyse

Wesley Wyse

CULTURAL GROUP:
Coast Salish (Musqueam)

BORN:
August 15, 1980

BIRTHPLACE:
Nanaimo, BC

Wesley Wyse was taught by his late stepfather, Musqueam artist Joe Becker, and has worked with him since 2009. He works in red and yellow cedar, and carves talking sticks, model poles, bentwood boxes, paddles and panels. Wesley has also learned engraving techniques from established artist Kelvin Thompson in the past.

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