Hunter carving for Dad's B'day

[Timberwolf]

My Dad turned 76 the other day and was an avid hunter, especially pheasants. He loved hunting over brittany spaniels that he lovingly raised and trained.

The carving below is of a hunter in his later years bending down to reward his brittany with a pat on the head for a solid hunt and retrieval.

Carved out of butternut with an oak base I shaped and routed. Treated with Tung Oil and sealed with satin Deft.

Comments and critiques certainly encouraged and welcomed.

[Soggy]

That's a great carving Bob. I love the theme and the fact that it's for your dad makes it even more special.
Is the phesant in the dogs mouth carved seperately ?
Soggy

[Merle Rice]

Hi Bob,great carving and your Dad will enjoy it for yrs. to come. Good job. Merle

[Timberwolf]

Thank you Soggy and yes, the pheasant was carved separately and glued into a recess carved in the brittany's mouth. The shotgun is separate as well and can be removed and then tucked back under his arm.

Thanks for your comment!

[Claude]

Great carving, Bob! Nice detail and the butternut was an excellent choice. How tall is the carving?
Claude

[kdispoto]

This piece tells a wonderfull story - you should be proud!

[JD Jim]

Hey, thats a nice job, an a real good subject. Your dad will be proud of that one.

[Timberwolf]

Thanks guys, for your comments.

Claude, he stands 5-1/2" tall. The base is 4" long by 2-1/2" wide.

Again, thanks for looking in.

[chpster90bu]

That's a fantastic carving, Bob! Great subject, great work and a great finish on it. Isn't butternut wonderful to work with? Sure came out beautiful and I know your dad will cherish this peice. Bonnie

[uvawyo]

wonderful wonderful carving, Bob