{"product_id":"vintage-hand-carved-wooden-heron-crane-bird-sculpture-mcm-folk-art-20cm","title":"Vintage Hand Carved Wooden Heron Crane Bird Sculpture MCM Folk Art 20cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eKey Details:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eItem: Vintage Carved Wooden Bird Sculpture\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSubject: Long-legged wading bird – Heron \/ Crane\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMaterial: Carved wood\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eStyle: Mid-Century \/ Folk Art \/ Primitive Decorative\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eColour: Dark brown \/ black stained finish\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHeight: Approx. 20 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBase: Rectangular wooden plinth\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMaker: Unmarked \/ Unknown\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEra: Believed mid to late 20th century\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eMini Story or Hook:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA beautifully stylised vintage wooden bird sculpture depicting an elegant long-legged heron or crane with its distinctive elongated beak and graceful curved neck.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eHand carved with a wonderfully simple, almost modernist form, the sculptor has captured the character of the bird using elongated proportions and restrained detailing. The dark stained timber gives the piece a striking silhouette, while the small inset eye provides a charming finishing detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eMounted on its original rectangular wooden base, this is a particularly attractive piece of vintage decorative folk art that would work beautifully in a Mid-Century Modern, coastal, naturalist or eclectic interior.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eIts slender proportions also make it ideal for display on a bookshelf, sideboard, desk or amongst a collection of vintage carved animals and birds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eCondition:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCondition: Good vintage condition – see detailed notes below.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a vintage hand-carved piece and displays age and character consistent with previous use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Overall carving presents very well.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Some light surface marks, rubbing and variations to the dark finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Minor wear to the tip of the long beak consistent with age.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Wooden base shows some light marks and surface wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* No maker’s mark or signature has been identified.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Approx. 20 cm overall height.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe natural variations, carving marks and minor imperfections are part of the character of this vintage piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e📸 The photos form part of the description – please examine them closely.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003ePostage \u0026amp; Handling:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e📦 All items are carefully wrapped and packaged to ensure they arrive safely at their new forever home.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eCombined postage available – contact us before purchasing for a revised invoice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInternational shipping available on request – please message for a quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eNeed to Know More?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHave questions or need more photos? We’re happy to help! Just message us and we’ll get back to you promptly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eOther Info:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e🛍️ Check out our other items — we specialise in vintage, collectible and unusual pieces and are more than happy to bundle items to save on postage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e📲 Follow us @vintagehqcomau on socials and on eBay for more nostalgic finds and stories behind these unique or rare pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Heron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67832024989925,"sku":"EB-147647131243","price":59.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/1255\/3701\/files\/57_eba0a40e-25a9-4340-9eb5-1a339a56c917.jpg?v=1792754771","url":"https:\/\/vintagehq.com.au\/products\/vintage-hand-carved-wooden-heron-crane-bird-sculpture-mcm-folk-art-20cm","provider":"Vintage HQ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}