This piece, The Rest Is Silence, portrays a Native American male figure at full draw of his bow. His body is angled with the bow held high, ready to release...
This piece, The Rest Is Silence, portrays a Native American male figure at full draw of his bow. His body is angled with the bow held high, ready to release the arrow. His muscular physique is well-defined and bronzed, highlighting his strength and concentration. The figure is adorned with a traditional headdress that features two prominent horns, which suggests a sense of power and a connection to specific cultural or spiritual significance.
His attire consists of a loincloth, which drapes naturally, conforming to his body movements. The sculpture captures the tension in the figure's arms and shoulders, suggesting a moment frozen just before the arrow is loosed. His gaze is intensely focused forward, aiming at an unseen target, and his expression is one of fierce determination.
The sculpture rests upon a rugged, textured base, which may represent the natural terrain, and this base is part of the entire bronze cast. An inscription is visible on the base, but its text is not fully discernible from the image. The sculpture appears to be titled The Rest Is Silence, as indicated by the inscription, and is signed by Bill Toma, including the year '96, indicating the year it was created or cast.
The craftsmanship of the sculpture shows a high level of detail in the anatomy of the figure, the tension of the bowstring, and the intricate details of the headdress and loincloth. The choice of patina on the bronze gives the figure a lifelike quality, with golden and dark brown hues accentuating the sculpture's textures and features.