Mark Fischer is a contemporary sculptor and a member of the Oneida Nation of Green Bay, Turtle Clan.  He was involved in Native American education for 12 years and was instrumental in establishing several Native American scholarships for Wisconsin colleges.


"It is said that ancient nations did not have a written language, but if you look, you will see they have left messages all over our nation.  It is an honor to share these non-verbal messages through my art."
- Mark Fischer.

Mark Fischer's work can be beautifully displayed in your home or your garden.  Each piece is copper patina, welded with silver.

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Mark Fischer discusses Oneida traditions.
 

And see more of Mark's work below.

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#3739S

Longboat
by
Mark Fischer

The Iroquois made canoes from the bark of the oak and red elm.  Each end of the canoe was finished with a vertical prow. Iroquois canoes varied in size from twelve feet, to carry two men, up to forty feet with the capacity for thirty men.
This Mark Fischer copper sculpture includes an especially designed display table.
28" tall, 72" long, 14" deep.
Stands 76" tall on display table (also made of copper)$12000, plus Shipping  

#3671F

Storyteller
by
Mark Fischer

Traditionally, stories were not told until the first snow fall.  Iroquois oral culture sustains many traditions and ceremonies.  Storytellers used a variety of memory aids, including canes, staffs, wampum beads, to help convey messages of the customs and beliefs of a people.
39" Tall.
$4000, plus Shipping

#4280

Northern Lights
by
Mark Fischer

The aurora borealis has intrigued people from ancient times.  Native Americans have many explanations for the northern lights.  The Iroquois have a myth that ells of when the Creator had finished his task of creation, he traveled north, where he remained.  He built large fires, of which the northern lights are the reflections, to remind his people that he still thinks of them.
25" x 20"
Table 18"x18"x18"
$3400, plus shipping

#4279S

Moon Dancer
by
Mark Fischer

A very long time ago, whenever the moon was full, my older brother Jack loved to ride horses. We called them "Moon Dancers" because they were long-legged polo ponies who seemed to dance with excitement as we rode through the woods, down well worn deer paths.  We rode for hours with the full moon lighting our way. The many animals and birds in the woods at night, especially the deer, were thrilling to see and hear.  Whenever I think about those evenings with my big brother Jack and the Moon Dancers, I still smile.
36" Tall
$6800 plus shipping

#4892s

Mark Fischer

Moose Man

Traditionally, flute playing was a solitary act...to play the flute was to pray.  The flute was also played on occasion to impress a lived one.  This anthromorphic moose represents fertility, strength and power.
34.5" x 17.5"

$375

#4893s

Mark Fischer

Family

In the Iroquois tradition, great respect and honor are always given to the elders and the children of each family.  It is a sacred responsibility to nurture a child's life from the beginning.  Taking care of little children is not seen as a job or chore; it is something people enjoy doing
24" x 14"

$275

#3941

Mark Fischer

Storyteller

Traditionally, stories were not told until the first snow fall.  Iroquois oral culture sustains many traditions and ceremonies.  Storytellers used a variety of memory aids, including canes, staffs, wampum beads, to help convey messages of the customs and beliefs of a people.
23" x 13"

$450

#4894s

Mark Fischer

River

Thanks is given to the spirit of the waters for our strength and well being.  The waters of the world have provided many things.  They quench our thirst, provide food for the plant life, and are the source of strength for the medicines we need. (Iroquois Prayer of Thanksgiving.)
21" x 8.5"

$175

#4261F

To the thunderers we call our Grandfathers, we give greetings and thanks.  You have also been given certain responsibilities by the Creator.  We see you roaming the sky carrying with you water to renew life.  Your loud voices are heard from time to time and for the protection and the medicine you give, we offer our thanksgiving.
(Iroquois Prayer of Thanksgiving)
22" x 8.25"

We give greetings and thanks to our Mother Earth.  She gives us that which makes us strong and healthy.  We are grateful that she continues to perform her duties as she was instructed.  The women and Mother Earth are one, givers of life.  We are her color, her flesh and her roots. (Iroquois Prayer of Thanksgiving.)
20" x 13" x 3"

#4259F

Mark Fischer

Thirteen Moons

During the night time we see the moon.  We have been instructed to address her as our Grandmother.  In her cycle, she makes her face new in harmony with other female life.  Our Grandmother Moon still follows the instructions of the Creator.  Within these are the natural cycles of women.  She determines the arrival of chldren, causes the tides of the oceans and helps us measure time.  Our Grandmother Moon continues to lead us.  We are grateful and express our thanksgiving.
(Iroquois Prayer of Thanksgiving.)
20" x 9"

$225

Cedar is an important part of Woodland tribal life.  It is given as a gift and is burned at the beginning of many religious and cleansing ceremonies.
22" x 10"

#4283

Mark Fischer

Three Sisters

Known as the "sustainers of life", the Iroquois consider corn, beans and squash to be special gifts from the Creator.  These three sisters, sisters who would never be apart from one another, should be planted together  and celebrated together. 
20" x 10.5"
 

$260