100 Dollars - Elizabeth II Wolf Sketch

Reverse

Adaptation of Wolf Sketch by Robert Bateman. It re-creates the artist’s pencil strokes, while the gradual fade-out of the engraved “sketch paper” texture mimics the gradation of shade seen in the original artwork. To the left, inscription of denomiation and artists signature. Above, inscription of year.

Scripts: Latin, Latin (cursive)

Lettering:
CANADA 2021
100 DOLLARS
Robert Bateman

Designer: Robert Bateman

Edge

Serrated

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About
f you find yourself unsettled by the wolf’s gaze, perhaps it’s the realization thatyou’ve locked eyes with a secretive creature known for its intelligence and strength. This 10 oz. fine silver coin is your opportunity to own a limited-edition engraved rendering of Wolf Sketch by Canada’s foremost wildlife artist and naturalist, Robert Bateman. Like his photo-realistic paintings, Bateman’s original sketch captures the spirit of Canis lupus in every pencil stroke. Those markings have been meticulously re-created to produce this precious metal artwork, which even replicates the paper’s “tooth”or surface texture.

Design
A lone wolf meets the viewer’s gaze in this engravedrendering of Wolf Sketch by Canadian wildlife artist Robert Bateman. The reversedesign re-creates the artist’s pencil strokes, while the gradual fade-out of the engraved “sketch paper” texture mimics the gradation of shade seen in the original artwork. The reverse also includes an engraved reproductionof the artist’s signature.

The obverse features a field pattern and the effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II by Susanna Blunt.

Did you know?
One of Canada’s most recognized and honoured artists, Robert Bateman is an unflagging proponent of wildlife conservation and education. His photo-realistic art reflects his deep love of nature and his commitment to its preservation.

The artist has long been an advocate of wildlife education and learning initiatives that deepen one’s connection with nature, such as those carried out by the Bateman Foundation (batemanfoundation.org). Based in Victoria, B.C., the Foundation oversees the Bateman Gallery, home to the largest permanent collection of original works by Robert Bateman. The Batemans have also donated millions of dollars’ worth of artwork and limited-edition prints throughout the years to help fund conservation efforts across Canada.

Packaging
The coin is encapsulated and presented in a black Royal Canadian Mint-branded clamshell with a black beauty box with certificate.