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Sometimes the best finds are the ones that carry a little geography with them.
This charming pair of hand-carved wood sculptures hails from Newport, North Carolina, a small coastal town with deep roots in the kind of artisan tradition that produces exactly this sort of artistic wonder. Signed by the artist Morris and dated 1995, these petite nautical figurines from Coastal Creations are the kind of pieces that earn a permanent spot on a shelf and never get demoted. They simply belong wherever they land.
The first piece is a beautifully carved school of fish nestled beside coral. It\'s a lively, dynamic composition that captures the feeling of an underwater moment frozen in time. The second piece is an elegant shell form with a fish scene carved into its face, intimate in scale and lovely in detail. Together they tell a small coastal story in a timeless fashion, and they tell it well.
Both are rendered in wood with a medium-toned finish. The natural wood tones have developed a warm, gentle patina over the past three decades that only deepens their handmade character and authenticity. This is what good folk art looks like when it ages gracefully.
Whether you\'re a collector of signed regional folk art, a lover of coastal décor, or someone who appreciates a well-made little object, this pair is sure to delight. They\'d be equally at home on a bookshelf, a windowsill, a bathroom ledge, or grouped into a coastal vignette with other seaside treasures.
Thirty years of smooth sailing, ready for their next home.
Condition Notes:
Pre-owned vintage. Both pieces are in good displayable condition consistent with their age. Natural wood patina present on both. This is expected and adds to their character. Both are signed by the artist Morris and dated 1995. Please review all photos carefully before purchasing.
Item Specifics:
- Maker: Coastal Creations
- Artist: Morris
- Year: 1995
- Origin: Newport, North Carolina
- Dimensions: 4\"x2.5\"
- Material: Wood with medium-toned finish and light patina
- Figurine 1: School of fish clustered beside coral
- Figurine 2: Shell form with carved fish scene on front
- Includes: Two figurines (sold as a pair)
- Style: Coastal, Nautical, Folk Art, Signed Regional Americana
- Best for: Display, collecting, coastal or beach-themed décor
Shipping:
Both pieces will be carefully wrapped and packaged together for a safe trip home.
