Vintage hand-carved and hand-painted Common Loon by Tristram of Orlando, Florida, dated 1985. Its graceful raised neck, graphic black, cream and gray feather pattern and striking red eyes capture the unmistakable look of the Common Loon in a substantial wooden folk-art sculpture.
The underside is hand-inscribed “Common Loon / Tristram / Orlando, FL / 1985,” documenting the subject, maker, location and date.
Maker / Artist: Tristram Origin: Orlando, Florida Subject: Common Loon Date: 1985 Material & Details: Hand-carved wood; hand-painted finish; detailed feather patterning Style: Waterfowl carving / American sporting folk art
Measurements: approximately 17" long x 7.25" tall x 5.25" wide Weight: approximately 2 lb
Condition: Very good vintage pre-owned condition with light age-related wear consistent with display. Please review all photos carefully as they are part of the description.
A beautifully documented 1985 Tristram carving—and that long neck and graphic plumage make the loon especially good as a standalone shelf or mantel piece.
