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I've hand carved and painted this wood Gorilla sculpture. This great ape is the largest primate, and lives in scattered and threatened populations in Africa. This carving is a nice size to hold in your hand, 8.5x10x1 cm (3.3" x 4" x 1").

Thank you for looking at this sculpture, which is entirely designed and created by artist Sandra Healy; if you have any questions, please click the contact button below.

Here is what has been said about the Gorilla carving:
"Great little carving - will definetly come back for more!"
"Love it! Thanks"

Though this Gorilla carving is not very thick, I use various carving and painting techniques to suggest a much rounder figure. It is a unique method, like a three dimensional relief carving, which I have developed since I started in 1975.

HOW I WORK: Rather than using a power carver, I enjoy using knives and chisels to finish shaping the basswood. As well as being quiet and meditative, this gives crisper details.

After sanding the Gorilla smooth, I use an airbrush to paint the colors. Finally, 3 coats of water-based urethane are brushed on, and the sculpture is signed on the bottom.

wood, paint, ink, urethane finish

Usually, orders are sent the next business day by USPS first class, and I will email confirmation to you. It will arrive wrapped in tissue paper with a hand-painted border.