Argillite 'Bear' Carving

Artist: Haida

H 4.0" X L 1 7/8" X W 1 5/8"

Artist: Denny Dixon is a member of the Eagle clan. He works primarily with argillite, carving poles, platters, boxes, pendants, and pins. As a self-taught artist, Denny was influenced by the late carver, Pat McGuire. His brother is established argillite carver, Pat Dixon. Internationally known, he has worked at the Montreal Museum, and has presented an argillite box to the Empress of Japan.