Owl at the Centre

Art by Kenojuak Ashevak
Pomegranate | 300 pieces
Stylized illustration of an owl, three birds, and a polar bear in a symmetrical Inuit-inspired art style.

This Inuit-style illustration features a large, central white owl with intricate black-ink hatching patterns that give its feathers a textured, mesh-like appearance. The owl stands as the focal point, surrounded by other creatures arranged in a balanced, symmetrical composition against a plain off-white background.

Two smaller orange birds with black wing patches flank the top of the owl, facing outward, while two more birds with long, curved beaks are positioned horizontally behind the owl's midsection, their bodies stretching toward the edges of the frame. Beneath the owl, a bright yellow polar bear stands in profile, facing toward the right. Two stylized, fan-shaped green plants frame the bear on the bottom left and right, emerging from a textured patch of green grass.

The artwork uses a vibrant, limited color palette of orange, yellow, black, and green, emphasizing clean lines and flat shapes. A soft, horizontal band of blended color—transitioning from pink to purple—sits behind the owl's head, adding a subtle depth to the otherwise graphic and two-dimensional style. The overall aesthetic is folk-inspired, characterized by bold, rhythmic patterns and a harmonious, totem-like arrangement of Arctic animals.

A whimsical illustration of a central owl flanked by birds and a bear against a white background.

This illustration features a whimsical, symmetrical composition centred around a white owl covered in delicate black cross-hatching. The owl is surrounded by various creatures and stylized foliage, creating a dreamlike, folk-art inspired scene. Two orange birds with dark wings perch above the owl's head near a green plant, while two long-beaked orange birds extend horizontally from the sides of the owl’s body. At the base, a solid yellow bear walks across a dark green grassy mound, framed by two large, vibrant green leafy bushes on either side.

The artwork uses a striking colour palette dominated by white, soft orange, forest green, and deep blue, with a gradient pink and purple cloud-like shape flowing behind the owl. The style is graphic and flat, characterized by clean lines and repetitive patterns rather than realistic shading or perspective. The composition is balanced and balanced, drawing the eye toward the central owl, which serves as the anchor for the overlapping and layered figures around it.

Stylized illustration of an owl, three birds, and a polar bear in a symmetrical Inuit-inspired art style.
A whimsical illustration of a central owl flanked by birds and a bear against a white background.
🐼 Animal 💬 Drawing
Rectangular Landscape | | Ribbon/Grid cut | Cardboard
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Manufacturer ID: 51495 | Barcode: 9780764961663
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Submitted 2026-06-13
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