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Old 09-20-2011, 11:51 AM
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This is a shallow relief in cottonwood bark based on Vic Hood's "Black Lung" masterpiece. The bark is 3.5 x 9 inches and about 1.5 in thick.
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Old 09-20-2011, 12:04 PM
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nice carving, and a good finish.

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Verey good carving Joe i like the sorrowful expression on his face.
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Joe,

Great looking miner. Like your facial work, and detail.

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Very nice carving...Thanks for sharring...
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Good looking carving. Kind of looks like he is off to mine some anthracite coal.
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Hi Joe,
Excellent piece! You captured him perfectly.
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Very nice carving a lot of character in him
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Thanks everyone for your nice comments, I appreciate them.
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Beautiful Carving, the features are great.
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