Add a playful rustic vibe to your display shelf with this 1983 Tom Clark Sandy Shell Sculpture. Featuring a whimsical hand-cast character emerging from a finely detailed sea shell, this piece brings a sense of handcrafted beauty to your collection.
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Origin: USA
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Era: 1980s (1983)
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Material: Resin and Wood Flour
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Dimensions: 4.75" x 3.25"
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Condition: Excellent
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Special Feature: Artist signed (Tom Clark); Cairn Studio Gnomeworld series.
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Note: Tom Clark sculptures are prized for their unique composition of resin and wood flour, which mimics the weight and texture of hand-carved wood.
Created by the renowned artist Tom Clark for Cairn Studio, this figurine is a beautiful example of the Gnomeworld collection. Sandy is depicted with a joyful, expressive face and a weathered hat, nestled comfortably within the curves of a naturalistic peach-toned shell. The intricate textures of the character's clothing and the shell's exterior showcase the meticulous craftsmanship that made Clark's work a staple of American folk art in the 1980s. This sculpture is in excellent vintage condition, retaining its original matte finish and crisp details. It features the artist's signature and the year 1983 inscribed on the base, ensuring its authenticity for dedicated collectors. Its compact size and serene, whimsical aesthetic make it a perfect addition to a bookshelf or a tiered tray.
This item is vintage, over 40 years old. All measurements are close but approximate. I measure in quarter inches.