{"product_id":"vintage-signed-owl-sculpture-1978-hand-sculpted-stoneware-hiker-art","title":"Vintage Signed Owl Sculpture 1978 | Hand Sculpted Stoneware Hiker Art","description":"🦉 Vintage Signed Stoneware Owl Hiker Sculpture - Don Sohltek 1978\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA wonderfully quirky and surprisingly soulful hand-sculpted owl hiker, perched on a rocky outcrop and ready for the long trail ahead. This expressive stoneware sculpture is signed and dated \"Don Sohltek 1978\", giving it clear studio-art credentials and late-1970s character. From the detailed backpack and gloves to the owl's steady, watchful gaze, this piece tells a story of endurance, curiosity, and quiet humor.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe sculpture shows honest age and one area of damage to the left boot, which has been fully photographed and priced accordingly. Rather than detracting, it adds to the narrative - a traveler who's seen a few miles and kept going. This is a strong display piece for collectors of studio ceramics, folk art, owl imagery, or nature-inspired sculpture.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eItem Identification\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eArtist\/Maker: Don Sohltek (signed)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eItem Type: Hand-sculpted figurative sculpture\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYear\/Era: 1978 (signed and dated)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaterials: Stoneware clay\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eColor: Earth-toned brown\/charcoal\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCountry of Origin: Unknown (likely U.S.)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSignature: Incised signature and date on base\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDimensions\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eApprox. 9 inches tall\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBase approx. 6 × 4 inches\u003cbr\u003e(See photos with ruler for reference)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition Statement\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVintage condition with surface wear consistent with age. Notable damage to the left boot\/foot area, visible in close-up photos. No other major cracks or repairs observed. Please review all images carefully - they are part of the description.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFun Fact\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOwls are often used in studio ceramics to symbolize wisdom and patience - fitting for a backpacked hiker who looks like he's learned both the hard way.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Handling\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSecurely packed with care and shipped via USPS Ground Advantage.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReturns\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo returns unless item is not as described or pictured.","brand":"Don Sohltek","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46224105963670,"sku":"ud59UfKKLbmwyOiF","price":139.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/7036\/8406\/files\/b739f86b-db57-5a04-87b6-59c2da1b92fa.jpg?v=1770153949","url":"https:\/\/highplainsheritagestudio.com\/products\/vintage-signed-owl-sculpture-1978-hand-sculpted-stoneware-hiker-art","provider":"High Plains Mercantile","version":"1.0","type":"link"}