Mixed Media Bronze
Santa Fe, NM, US
When I create art, my hope is to share a feeling, a story, or emotion that resonates with those who see it.
Standing Bear (Edition #2/9)
$4,100.00
1 in stock
Medium: Bronze
Size: 10 x 10 x 14
Shipping and Handling: FREE
Standing Bear Story
Standing Bear
If someone were to ask you to name a few champions of human rights, who would come to mind? No doubt some might quickly rattle off names such as, Martin Luther King Jr., Ghandi, or Eleanor Roosevelt. These are just a few of the many men and woman throughout history, who through thought and action, made a difference and changed our world. Among this list of fighters for human rights, is one native american man who is far less talked about, yet just as worthy of honor, Chief Standing Bear.
In the spring of 1877, Chief Standing Bear and 750 Ponca were forcibly removed from their beloved homeland in Northeast Nebraska to the sweltering plains of central Oklahoma. One year later, the Ponca people found themselves not only discouraged and homesick, but fighting for their lives. Since the tribe had left Nebraska, one-third had died and nearly all of the survivors were sick or disabled due to Malaria and starvation. It was in this first year in the new indian territory that Chief Standing Bear lost his only son in death. Wanting to honor his son’s last wish to be buried in the land of his birth, Standing Bear gathered a few members of his tribe headed home to bury his son. However, Indians were not allowed to leave their reservation without permission. General Crook, agent of Omaha, arrested Standing Bear and the Poncas that traveled with him. It was at this time that G.M. Lambert, attorney for U.S. government, said, “Standing Bear is not entitled to protection of the writ of Habeas Corpus, not being a person or citizen under the law.” Thankfully, two attorneys provided their services to Standing Bear for free. These men filed a lawsuit: Standing Bear vs. Crook. When given the opportunity to give a speech before the court in his behalf, Standing Bear raised one hand and said, “That hand is not the color of yours, but if I prick it, the blood will flow, and I shall feel pain. The blood is of the same color as yours. God made me, and I am a man.” On May 12, 1879 Judge Elmer S. Dundy ruled that “an Indian isa a person” within the meaning of habeas corpus. He stated that the federal government failed to show a basis under law for the Poncas’ arrest and captivity.
The “Standing Bear” sculpture was sculpted in honor of Standing Bear, the Ponca people, and the people that helped fight for the human rights of the Native American people.
Description
Liven up any vacant space in your home or outdoor living space with a timeless bronze. See your space in a new dimension and experience art “off the wall!”
This bronze sculpture is of an edition of 9. The photo in this listing is a photo of edition #2. Please be aware, computer screens may display colors differently. With that said, please know that we do our best to photograph each piece to display the artwork and patina as true to life as possible.
If you would like this same piece with a different patina style or color, please contact the artist at jtoddpaxton1@gmail.com. This would be considered a custom order, so availability and processing time may vary. Please contact artist for estimated processing and delivery times.
Additional information
| Dimensions | 10 × 10 × 14 in |
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Shipping Countries: United States (US)
Ready to ship in 1-2 weeks
Shipping Policy
Shipping is included only for items that state it clearly in the product description. In-stock items ship within 7 days of processing via USPS, UPS, Fedex or Freight. You will receive a Shipment Confirmation
email once your order has shipped containing your tracking number(s). Original Artwork is shipped with signature required for delivery.
Refund Policy
This artist will accept purchases returned within 14 days of delivery. There is a 10% restocking fee on any artwork that is returned. If you would like to return the work please contact this artist at jtoddpaxton1@gmail.com for the return shipping address. Return shipping is at the expense of the purchaser, and must include insurance for the full value of the artwork, and the artwork must be received back by the artist in the exact same condition that it was shipped. Refunds are processed within 30 days of the artwork being returned.
In the rare instance of damages to the artwork when shipping from the artist to you, please email jtoddpaxton1@gmail.com within 7 days of receiving the artwork. Upon receipt of the damaged item the artist will repair or replace the artwork, if possible. If a replacement is not available or repair is not possible, the artist will refund the full purchase price of your item.
