Necklace Spring Bear

Designed by Yellow Knives Dene artist Dawn Oman, this charming necklace celebrates the serene beauty and warmth of the polar bear, a cherished figure in Indigenous art and culture. Dawn Oman draws inspiration from the unique qualities of the polar bear's fur, whose hollow shafts reflect light, giving it a radiant, snowy appearance. Oman’s design captures the gentle spirit of a mother bear, whose heart glows with joy and warmth as spring brings both light and nurturing instincts. Crafted in die-casted zinc alloy, each pendant measures approximately 3 cm x 3 cm and hangs from an 18-inch chain with a 2-inch extension, creating a wearable work of art. The artist’s engraved signature on the back authenticates this meaningful piece, offering a connection to the natural world and the loving spirit of motherhood.