1941 Kansas Jayhawk Desktop Sculpture

  ICON Artworks is proud to pay tribute to the fascinating history of the beloved Kansas Jayhawk mascot.  In 1941, when the Great Depression gave way to the Second World War, a KU student and cartoonist for the University Daily Kansan by the name of Eugene "Yogi" Williams, sketched this Jayhawk that quickly gained popularity.  His "Fighting Jayhawk" epitomized the wartime period and wore a scowl to match its ruffled tail feathers, appearing even more aggressive than its immediate predecessor.  A perfect gift for students, faculty, alumni and fans alike!  Rock Chalk Jayhawk...GO KU!!   Created by acclaimed sculptor Robin Richerson of ICON Artworks Offered in Cast Pewter and Bronze Plated Cast Pewter Available in two sizes - "Small Jay" 5-inch and "BIG JAY" 8-INCH (including base) - 5-inch Total Weight: 3 lbs.; 8-INCH Total Weight: 6 lbs.  Each sculpture is mounted on a round, black Belgian marble base which can be customized or personalized with laser engraving to commemorate any even