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Dimensions
87.8 x 137.8 x 54.3 inch (H*L*W) 1309.5 lbs
223 x 350 x 138 cm (H*L*W) 594 kgs
Medium
Bronze with Bronze Patina
Edition Number
/15
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Description
A captivating bronze sculpture bench invites the public into a powerful moment of reflection and unity as an endangered grizzly bear sits firmly at one end of the bench, gazing across toward Rabbitwoman and Dogman who sit together at the opposite end. Between them lies an open space — a deliberate invitation for the public to join in, bridging the distance and completing the circle of connection. The grizzly bear, sculpted with strength and presence, symbolizes resilience and the raw majesty of nature. Its placement at one end emphasizes both its independence and its vulnerability, highlighting the delicate balance that exists between humans and wildlife. On the other end, Rabbitwoman and Dogman — Gillie and Marc’s iconic Wildlife Warriors — sit in quiet engagement with the bear. Their openness reflects guardianship, friendship, and the human responsibility to protect endangered creatures. The empty space between them becomes more than just a seat; it is a symbolic threshold where people can step into the story. By taking their place between the Wildlife Warriors and the grizzly bear, members of the public become active participants, embodying the bridge between humanity and the natural world. The Grizzly Bear Bench of Friendship transforms a simple act of sitting into a metaphor for coexistence. It reminds us that protecting wildlife is not a distant mission — it is something that requires us to sit with them, see them, and stand beside them.
Sculpture Title
The Grizzly Bear Bench of Friendship
Animal Name
Name goes here
Conservation Status
Threatened
About the Grizzly Bear
The grizzly bear is a large subspecies of the brown bear found across North America, particularly in Alaska, western Canada, and parts of the northwestern United States. Known for its distinctive hump of muscle over the shoulders and its long, curved claws, the grizzly is a powerful omnivore capable of digging, fishing, and hunting. Its diet ranges from berries, roots, and insects to salmon and small mammals, allowing it to adapt to diverse environments such as forests, tundra, and mountain valleys. Grizzly bears play a crucial ecological role by dispersing seeds and maintaining healthy prey populations. However, habitat loss, human encroachment, and conflicts over livestock have significantly reduced their range. Once widespread across the Great Plains, grizzlies are now mostly confined to protected areas. Climate change is also altering food availability, particularly in regions dependent on salmon runs or alpine vegetation. Despite these challenges, conservation measures and legal protection have helped stabilize some populations, offering hope that this iconic symbol of the wilderness will continue to roam North America’s rugged landscapes.
How to Help
Inspired by animals that Gillie and Marc met on their travels, we invite the public to discover and interact with these beautiful creatures up close and personal – this allows audiences to connect, take photographs and share their favourite species with friends and family.
With more exposure comes more awareness and builds on the love we already have for animals around the world. With love comes a greater sense of urgency to create a change and save all endangered animals.
The sculpture will be aligned with the hashtag #GillieandMarc and #LoveTheLast to raise unparalleled awareness about the sculpture’s cause across the globe.
Give Back to Love The Last Wildlife Fund
With every edition purchased, Gillie and Marc will donate a percentage of proceeds to support Love The Last Wildlife Fund.
Love The Last Wildlife Fund is a global conservation organization devoted to saving 21 of the most critically endangered animals on Earth. Motivated by a deep love for nature and wildlife, the Fund focuses on protecting species that stand on the very edge of extinction through science-driven conservation, habitat restoration, and community collaboration.
Its initiatives include anti-poaching efforts, rescue and rehabilitation programs, and sustainable development projects that help local communities coexist with wildlife. By combining compassion with action, Love The Last Wildlife Fund works to ensure that these 21 remarkable species are not lost forever, preserving the planet’s natural heritage for future generations.
Artwork Features
Gillie and Marc love working in bronze for many reasons. Bronze is a very hardy material and will last forever. As experts in coloring bronze, Gillie and Marc enjoy experimenting with their sculptures, adding a splash of color to brighten the work, making it even more unique. > Read more
For every purchase of a bronze sculpture you will receive a certificate of authenticity, titled, signed, dated and editioned by the artists.
