Wood Carving, Wood Spirit, Handmade Wall Art, OOAK Sculpture by Josh Carte, Perfect Wood Gift, Face Carving, Old Man, Beard, Birthday Gift
This is a wood carving of a wood spirit. It is a hand carved woodworking that makes a perfect birthday gift.
8 1/2" tall, 3" wide, 2 1/4" thick....
Wall hanging.....I signed and dated the back of this carving. I include a certificate with all of my wood spirit carvings that tells a bit about me and my process.
"Amongst the Chaos".....
I created this sculpture in a Pine knot. Pine knots are sort of like the forest's driftwood. Any place the branch of a Pine meets the base, a knot is formed. When the tree dies, rots and decays back into the earth, all that remain are the knots. The pitch-filled, resilient knots can remain in tact, on the ground, for years and years. This piece spent some time in the ocean where it was shaped and formed. It is said that spirits inhabit the knots that allow them to remain in tact. My job is to release the spirits :)
I carve using rotary hand tools. Some of the detail bits that I use are as thin as needles. I add just a tad of oil paint to accentuate my cuts.
Everything in my shop is made by hand, by me, Josh.
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Feel free to contact me here, carpcuts [!at] live.com or call 740-979-5511. I will be happy to discuss commission ideas :)
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Processing time
1-3 business days
Customs and import taxes
Buyers are responsible for any customs and import taxes that may apply. I'm not responsible for delays due to customs.
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Returns & Exchanges
I gladly accept returns and exchanges
Just contact me within: 14 days of delivery
Ship items back to me within: 30 days of delivery
I don't accept cancellations
But please contact me if you have any problems with your order.
The following items can't be returned or exchanged
Because of the nature of these items, unless they arrive damaged or defective, I can't accept returns for:
- Custom or personalized orders
- Perishable products (like food or flowers)
- Digital downloads
- Intimate items (for health/hygiene reasons)
- Items on sale
Conditions of return
Buyers are responsible for return shipping costs. If the item is not returned in its original condition, the buyer is responsible for any loss in value.
Frequently Asked Questions
Custom and personalized orders
Yes, I sometimes take custom orders :) Contact me and we can discuss the specifics.
I really enjoy creating themed walking sticks such as Odin, Thor, Baron Samedi or many, many other possibilities. If you'd like a stick with bears, owls, or whatever else you might have in mind, just shoot me a message and we can discuss it.
I am also happy to make custom chainsaw carvings of about any animal or object you'd like.
I know that, as a customer, you expect a certain level of control over the custom process and I, as an artist, expect a certain level of freedom. When we are able to meet in the middle, beautiful things can happen :)
Don't be afraid to message me :) Thanks so much!
Care instructions
My carvings can be cleaned using many different methods. A feather duster works nicely. Compressed air (duster or air compressor) also works well. If on a porch or indoors, my carvings will never need a new coat of sealer. Chainsaw carvings that are outdoors will need a fresh coat of sealer each year.