Skip to product information
1 of 7

unbranded

Hand-Carved Wooden Cactus Sculpture w/ Bird | Southwest Modern Folk Art | c. 1950s–70s

Hand-Carved Wooden Cactus Sculpture w/ Bird | Southwest Modern Folk Art | c. 1950s–70s

Regular price $179.00 USD
Regular price Sale price $179.00 USD
Sale Sold out
Quantity
Hand-Carved Wooden Cactus Sculpture ' Bird Perch Figure ' Southwest Modern Folk Art
🌿 DESCRIPTION

This hand-carved wooden sculpture appears to represent a stylized cactus with a bird perched at the top, combining Southwestern subject matter with mid-century modern abstraction. The elongated cactus form emphasizes vertical movement and stability, while the bird adds a quiet narrative element - a moment of stillness and observation.

Carved from a single block of hardwood, the sculpture retains visible tool marks, natural grain, and warm tonal variation that speak to hand craftsmanship. Rather than precise realism, the artist chose simplification and silhouette, allowing the piece to feel timeless, symbolic, and open to interpretation.

Well-suited for display on the floor, a low pedestal, or as a sculptural accent in a curated interior, this piece brings texture, story, and regional character to any space.

🧾 DETAILS

Type: Hand-carved wooden sculpture

Subject: Cactus with bird (abstract interpretation)

Era: c. 1950s-1970s

Material: Solid hardwood

Style: Southwest Modern / Folk abstraction

Finish: Natural aged wood

Artist: Unknown

📐 MEASUREMENTS

Approx. 17" tall
Base approx. 5-6" wide

🧼 CONDITION

Vintage condition with surface wear consistent with age and hand carving. Small marks and variations are present and expected. Structurally sound and display-ready.

✨ FUN FACT

Southwestern modern artists often paired desert plants with birds to symbolize resilience and harmony between land and life.

🚚 SHIPPING & HANDLING

Securely packed with care and shipped via USPS Ground Advantage.

🔁 RETURNS

No returns unless not as described or pictured.
View full details