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Carolina Wren

Wood Sculpture (ID: A5618)
Designed by Dona Dalton
$145
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These chipper little wrens are carved from poplar wood using a bandsaw, then painted with numerous layers of latex enamel for a cheerful presence. Sold individually. Each is unique and will vary.
  • Materials: Enamel, Wood
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Dona Dalton

Dona Dalton

"I have a strong attachment to the old toys and objects I had as a child, and it comes out now in my love of animals and mythology."

Dona Dalton considers her work to be "toys as sculpture." Drawing from observation, and an enthusiasm for the narrative potential of Egyptian mythology, she creates works that imply relationship and connection, playfulness and spirituality. A bird at the workplace or a cat in a boat can be the best of companions.

Using poplar, pine, and aspen, Dalton carves wood on a band saw, and uses a rotary carver for smaller figures and details. Like icing on a cake, the colorful layers of acrylic paint, latex enamel, and metallic leaf bring each piece to life.

Dona Dalton received a BFA in sculpture from the Philadelphia College of Art. Her work has been shown at the American Craft Council Show, the Philadelphia Museum of Art Craft Show, and the Washington DC Craft Show, among others. Her work can be found in galleries throughout the USA.

Customer Reviews

Based on 9 reviews
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Laurie
Not Anything Like the Picture

I have wanted these since they came out on the website. I can say, they look NOTHING like the pictures. The items I got don't even look like they are finished. They look like they have been painted by a two year old (no offense to two year olds). I am truly disappointed in them.

Thank you for sharing your feedback. We're very sorry to hear this item didn't meet your expectations. Due to the handmade nature of this piece, slight variations in color and size are expected as part of its unique character. If you're interested in exchanging or returning the item and would like assistance, please feel free to contact our Customer Care Team directly at 1-877-223-4600 or info@artfulhome.com. Any of our Specialists would be happy to help.

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Lisa
Not like the Photo image!

Read the reviews and believe them. Artful Home please replace the photos of this image. I wanted to believe that the comments would have forced a correction by the Artist or by your merchandising team to update with correct photos. As a loyal customer I am truly disappointed. Not smooth, and shiny in any way. To the artist, the artistry isn't the issue, the Wren is darling, the misrepresentation of the work as refined in its finished is.

We're so sorry to hear that this sculpture didn't meet your expectations. We've forwarded your feedback to the appropriate team. Please feel free to contact our Customer Care Team at 1-877-223-4600. We'd be happy to assist you with returning the item.

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SuZe
Color/Finish: as expected
Scale/Size: as expected
Lifelike and Beautifully crafted

Love this little bird

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Greta L.S.
Color/Finish: as expected
Scale/Size: as expected
Caroline wren

Love it!

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Laurie
Color/Finish: lighter than expected
Scale/Size: as expected
Not 100& thrilled

Although it is as described, the wren is less bright, colorful, and rich than is shown in the website picture. Instead, it looks more like 'folk art" than "fine art" with more detail and depth.