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Bureau of Indian Affairs
George Suyeoka
Hand carved wooden sculpture pictured in the artist's home. This is one of George Suyeoka's self-described "politically incorrect" wood sculptures. This is a functioning dresser. Date unkonwn.
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Clinton
George Suyeoka
George Suyeoka in his home/studio demonstrating one of his self-described "politically incorrect" sculptures of former President Clinton in a push and pull with a Congressman. On the top of the sculpture is the head of Monica Lewinsky.
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Elephant maquette for the Lincoln Park Zoo commission
George Suyeoka
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Model pictured in George Suyeoko's study. The model was for:
“Elephant Drinking Fountain” was unveiled in 1992 at the Lincoln Park Zoo. It is located north of Regenstein African Journey near the Conservatory Gate. This fountain is mounted on a bronze podium and features an adult female and infant elephant drinking from a shallow pool that receives water from a drinking spout. Donated by Mr. and Mrs. Matthew Gelbin. (Lincoln Park Zoo Sculpture Map and Tour guide) -
Obama
George Suyeoka
George Suyeoka pictured in his home/studio with one of his self-described "politically incorrect" sculptures of President Obama.
