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"The General" Douglas Van Howd Studios 530-887-9600 Bronze Sculptures & Monuments
"The General" - Grizzly BearThis sculpture is the maquette for the monument grizzly. The first edition was presented to General Norman Schwarzkopf, known as "The Bear," after his victorious service as commander of the Allied Forces in the Gulf War. The maquette is offered in 3 sizes. The General, The General II and Mini General. More recently the General II has also become known as the Cal Bear and are presented as gifts to the graduating seniors on the football team at UC Berkeley. The Mini General is available in bronze or silver or nickel plated and has been presented to Waldorf Scholarship winners. (Also see Monuments)
The General Maquette:
Size: 17"H x 13"W x 10"D
Price: $5,200 USD
The General II (aka Cal Bear):
Size: 10"H x 7"W x 6"D
Price: $1,200 USD
Mini General:
Size: 5"H x 4"W x 3"D
Price: $300 USD
Sculptures
Doug's lifelike detail and movement in sculptures are carried out in the casting of his work by his own company of artists who are trained to produce the highest quality of old world craftsmanship. The term "maquette" refers to a smaller sculpture that is used for point-up reference for the larger size sculptures. The editions are typically 50 for the bronze sculptures and 24 for the .999 Fine Silver, unless otherwise noted.
Douglas Van Howd, Nevada born sculptor and painter, has become well-known worldwide for his wildlife and western creations. He received his advanced art education at the highly acclaimed Art Center School in Southern California, where he began to develop his exquisite lifelike detailed style that enhances the grace and movement he captures in his work. This trademark has brought him to a place of honor in his field and his works are found in collections worldwide.
Doug Van Howd has been commissioned to do work for heads of countries. His oil painting of Yellowstone Falls was presented to the Queen of the Netherlands during the Netherlands-American Bicentennial celebrations in Washington DC. He has twice been received as a guest of the government of Taiwan to present his works to President Chiang Ching-Kuo and President Lee Teng-hui. His bald eagle "Masters of the Wind" is displayed in the office of the Secretary of the Interior, Washington DC, his portrait of Attorney General Edwin Meece hangs in the Hall of Justice, and his well-known "Friends of Freedom" bronze sculpture, after many years in the Roosevelt Room of the White House, has a new home in the Reagan Library.
Van Howd Owns and Operates Sierra Sculpture, Inc. which ensures him the finest in craftsmanship and quality in his castings and specializes in the production of monumental bronze statues. Since 1988, he has been commissioned to place monumental sculptures in museums, resorts, corporate grounds, city sites and private estates. Many from around the world have been photographed with his bronze monuments, which are centers of attraction for all ages. Douglas Van Howd Studios 530-887-9600 Bronze Sculptures & Monuments.
Douglas Van Howd Studios 530-887-9600 Bronze Sculptures & Monuments