26 years by the same artist
A collectors' item and a quality keepsake!
The Tulsa Ornament for 2012 honors
The 'BEAR FOUNTAIN'
at BOK Plaza
71st Street and Riverside Drive
The BEAR FOUNTAIN
The ornament celebrates the 10th anniversary of the beautiful "Bear Fountain" entitled "Bruins Riverpark Picnic" located on the River Parks Trail in BOK Plaza on 71st and Riverside. A gift to the citizens of Tulsa and funded by BOK and NatureWorks, it honors Tulsa World publisher Robert E. Lorton.
The backpiece shows the large sculpture and fountain unit: a black bear and three cubs, beautifully sculpted by wildlife artist Jim Gilmore. Mother and two cubs forage and play atop the rock structure from which several waterfalls cascade down into a pool. One cub is in front at the pool's edge below the waterfalls.
The frontpiece shows a paved terrace, benches and landscaping. A family on bicycles are shown stopping to admire the sculpture and waterfall.
100% of the artists profits are donated to charity annually. This year's will be split two ways - Catholic Charities and Neighbor for Neighbor
Complete in red gift box with informational insert.
Made of solid brass with a 24 karat gold wash
Three dimensional, 2-1/4" x 2-1/4" with front piece in 1/4" relief from body
Each year the Ornament portrays a Tulsa landmark or special event