This image was originally designed for the mural outside of the Duck Lake Museum. Artist Ru Huang created the image as a represent of the aftermath that occurred at Duck Lake, on March 26, 1885, between the Canadian government and the Métis people. “Artist Ru Huang conveys the solemn, tragic and moving aftermath of conflict. It is as if the Métis fighter, even in death, is clutching the precious ground he died for. The Policeman and the Volunteer, who died no less nobly or tragically, appear to be subtly portrayed as almost strangers in the land”.
It is one of my favorite pictures because it represents something outside the box. Although the image was envisioned by the artist, it is a good reminder of the relationship and history between Canada and the Métis people.
(Source: Town of Duck Lake. www.ducklake.ca)
2 comments:
This image tells a rich story that is not always captured in oral or textual sources. I think that the Women of Batoche is another powerful mural in Duck Lake.
Have you seen these murals in person yet Casey? I know I would like to see them someday.
I can't remember what the Women of Batoche looks like. But this mural, I could not stop looking at it. The meaning so significant. In 2006, I traveled with some Métis youth from PG to Batoche, we stopped at Duck Lake museum, Batoche Museum, and couple of other spots a long the way. I hope to do the trip again after graduation, and go to Manitoba too.
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