- Arnold Mikelson
Arnold Mikelson (1922-1984) was a Latvian artist who specialized in wood carvings.
Born in
Latvia , he fled the country during theSecond World War and lived inEngland before moving toCanada . His most famous works were elaborate wood carvings of birds and animals, as well as more abstract, thematic pieces.He was married to Mary Mikelson, a politician in
White Rock, British Columbia .
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