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| Jay Simeon, Haida Sterling Silver Repousse Wolf Bracelet |
"When I was designing and making this piece it was Bill Reid who came to mind. And his massive contributions to the continuation of Haida art.
More specifically his work in jewelry and repousse and chasing. In a way it's my homage to him.
I've always loved jewelry and even more repousse. For me it represents the pinnacle of NWC jewelry. I wanted this bracelet to showcase my skills as an artist and jeweler. I wanted to push this piece to the max and I think I've done that. As well as having fine designing and engraving in it too."—Jay Simeon
We are truly honoured to showcase this masterful repousse men's bracelet by the highly skilled Jay Simeon. The bracelet is 2" wide, 6 1/2" long , with a 1 1/2" opening.
Jay Simeon is Haida and #Blackfoot. His Haida heritage on his father's side. He was born into the Kaawaas branch of the Sdast’a.aas Eagle clan. His crests are Eagle, Supernatural Killer Whale, Frog, Beaver, and Raven. His mother is of Blackfoot ancestry. Jay was born in Fort Macleod, Alberta in 1976.
He began studying with his Aunt, Haida Artist Sharon Hitchcock when he was 14 years old and learned many aspects of jewelry making with Dwayne Simeon. He also trained in advanced design with Robert Davidson. He continued learning by studying books and museum pieces.
Jay Simeon excels at graphic design, carving wood and argillite, and creating silver and gold jewelry. His pieces are meticulous, one of a kind masterpieces. They are simultaneously traditional and contemporary—and much sought after and collected.
Jay is considered to be on a level with Bill Reid, Robert Davidson and Christian White, at the very top of Indigenous artistic skill and mastery.
He has been included in every major exhibit of Haida art for over 20 years and he received a BC Achievement Foundation award for his art.
To purchase or see more photographs of this amazing piece, visit www.cherylstradingpost.com.