Study of a Bear for the Golden Bears by Tom Hardy, 1979

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A soulful watercolor study by the American sculptor Tom Hardy (1921 - 2016), depicting a powerful bear for the Golden … Read more A soulful watercolor study by the American sculptor Tom Hardy (1921 - 2016), depicting a powerful bear for the Golden Bears commission at U.C. Berkeley. These studies were prepared by the artist before the famous bronze sculpture of Osky the Bear was cast, capturing the fluid energy and character that define his celebrated public works.
Circa 1979, this original period work was created during the height of Hardy’s career as one of Oregon’s most respected artistic voices.
Watercolor on paper, presented in a wood frame that complements the earthy tones of the composition. Rooted in the Realism tradition, this piece connects to the mid - 20th century American interest in monumental animal forms and the translation of movement from paper into sculpture. See less