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Title

Metamorphosis #7

Date
circa 1976
Century
20th century
Medium & Support
Pipestone
Dimensions
Support: 8 1/2 x 4 1/8 x 3 in.
Style
Cherokee
Object Type
Sculpture and Installations
Credit Line
Museum Purchase with funds provided by the National Endowment for the Arts
Accession Number
1976.41.31
Copyright
In Copyright
© Lloyd Carl Owle
Description

Label History

Owle is a member of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians. After studying with the famous Eastern Band carver Amanda Crowe, he began creating unique carvings depicting the history and legends of the Cherokee people. Moving around this three-dimensional work, it becomes apparent that the entire form is filled with creatures—human, mammal, and bird. The transitions are not obvious; for instance, the wing that extends the full height of the sculpture appears to be part of an eagle dancer’s costume rather than a bird. Metamorphosis #7 has a sense of monumentality that belies its actual dimensions.

Exhibition Title: Asheville Art Museum: An Introduction to the Collection
Label Date: 2021
Type: Catalogue Entry
Written by: Cindy Buckner

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