Hand-Carved Ironwood Whale Sculpture on Natural Burl Base, 9.5"

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Hand-carved ironwood whale sculpture mounted on a natural burl base, presenting a balanced interplay of organic form and sculptural precision.

… Read more Hand-carved ironwood whale sculpture mounted on a natural burl base, presenting a balanced interplay of organic form and sculptural precision.

The whale is carved in dense, richly grained ironwood with a polished surface that highlights tonal variation and depth, while the contrasting burl base provides a raw, textural counterpoint. The composition emphasizes forward motion and mass, giving the piece visual weight without heaviness.

Compact yet substantial, this sculpture functions equally as a collector object, shelf sculpture, or desk-scale statement piece. Its materials and execution place it firmly within late 20th-century artisan carving traditions, appealing to collectors of nautical objects, natural materials, and hand-crafted decorative art.

Measures: 5.125"H x 9.5"W x 5"D

Weight: 2.13 lbs

Origin: United States

Age: Late 20th Century (1970–1999) See less