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Kelly Hestir 'Heroes of Bataan' Sculpture

This evocative cast resin sculpture by Kelley Hestir, finished to emulate the luster and gravity of bronze, depicts a trio of soldiers in a moment of profound solidarity and struggle. Dated 2002 and signed by the artist, the piece stands as a small-scale homage to the larger "Bataan Death March Memorial" Hestir is renowned for. Each figure is rendered with careful attention to the wear of their uniforms and the exhaustion etched into their features, a tribute to the fortitude of the soldiers of Bataan. The intricate details, from the texture of their gear to the interplay of support and despair among the figures, make this sculpture a powerful narrative piece that captures both historical significance and raw human emotion.

Artist Biography:
Kelley S. Hestir is an artist whose work transcends medium boundaries to explore rich historical themes and the endurance of the human spirit. Born in 1957 in Pocatello, Idaho, Hestir has developed a distinguished career since completing her MFA in 1991 at the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa. Her artistic practice encompasses a range of materials including bronze, glass, clay, and resin, and extends to dynamic light and sound installations. Hestir's proficiency in illustration and graphic design has further broadened her expressive capacity, leading to international exhibitions and a host of public and private commissions. Her most celebrated contribution is the "Bataan Death March Memorial" in Las Cruces, New Mexico, which poignantly commemorates the spirit and sacrifice of the soldiers who suffered through one of World War II's most brutal episodes. Kelley Hestir's art is defined by her meticulous craftsmanship, her narrative depth, and her dedication to capturing stories of resilience and remembrance.

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Condition:
Good

Size:
Soldier: 10" X 8" X 5.5"
Eagle: 11" X 7.5" X 6"