'lil man spoons

[Pioneer72]

A couple of pics of a couple of spoons, made these quite a few years ago.
Not really meant for function - the belly man is hollowed in the 'face' and also the belly, 9cm tall.
The smaller one was intended to mimic a monk striding along with his hood up and cloak flowing, 6.5cm tall.
Both made from Holly.

 

[Robson Valley]

HA! You win!
I always watch to see what sorts of innovative carvings the spoon people get up to.
Some results are dang near like fine china, they are so delicate.
But,
I have never, in years, seen spoons with character like these.
Your designs are such a departure, such a delight, for originality.
I'll bet that you could do more, differently, with no more effort.
Thank you for your workmanship.

 

[Macaroon]

Excellent!!! Holly is such an extraordinary wood, much like Ivory when carved. I'd be interested to know how you've finished them?

I don't think there's s wood to beat it for 'mouth feel', although these are ornamental.

 

[Leshy]

Amazing, what beautiful little spoons !
So original!
Thanks for sharing

 

[Pioneer72]

Thanks for the comments
actually wanna go sharpen up and find some wood for another.

The finish - quite finely sanded through the grits, to worn out 240 grit, then a few coats of shellac sanding sealer, then waxed on top. Not a durable finish at all and not even slightly water resistant, but looks nice for decorative stuff.

 

[Wayne]

They are really nicely done.

 

[crosslandkelly]

Unique and beautiful spoons.

 

[Kitharode]

Really nice work methinks. Love the shapes. Holly looks lovely indeed.

 

[forginhill]

Fun, whimsical, kind of spoon sculptures. Nicely carved!