Hand-Carved Stylized Eagle in Soapstone

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A distinctive stylized statue of an eagle with outstretched wings, masterfully carved from a solid block of green soapstone. This … Read more A distinctive stylized statue of an eagle with outstretched wings, masterfully carved from a solid block of green soapstone. This type of stone is traditionally used for decorative carving due to its fineness, which allows for detailed processing - in this case into the form of an eagle in flight, with a distinctive feathered relief and powerful claws. The work stands out not only for its size and dynamics of movement, but also for the rich structure of the feathers and precise details, such as layered leaves on the tail feathers and realistically modeled claws. The statue is suitable as a separate decorative object for the interior, entrance halls or representative spaces.

Material: soapstone Execution: hand carving Condition: very good, minor signs of age Date: 20th century Origin: Asia This decoration is not only a distinctive solitaire, but also an example of the skill of traditional carving. Dimensions: height 28.5 cm, width 34 cm, depth 12 cm See less