This sculpture came to me without any context - I don't know where it's from, who might have carved it, what culture, or even why. That sort of forces you to consider something as exactly what it is, and only that.
Showing posts with label carving. Show all posts
Showing posts with label carving. Show all posts
Wednesday, September 9, 2009
Mystery Carving
This sculpture came to me without any context - I don't know where it's from, who might have carved it, what culture, or even why. That sort of forces you to consider something as exactly what it is, and only that.
Monday, February 9, 2009
Slingshot
The simplest objects can embody excellent design. This carved wooden slingshot is particularly satisfying, being all that it needs to be but no more. The wood is smooth; it fits well in the hand and is stout enough to last. Found in North Carolina. Not signed, but it should be.
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)
Posts
