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BASSWOOD CARVINGS
The Basswood Tree or American Linden Tree has a soft creamy wood which is favored by
woodcarvers because of its workability and its even grain. In past years it was used to
make ship's figureheads and cigar-store Indians. The Linden Tree is a large tree, growing
up to 130 feet tall with a trunk diameter of 2 to 3 feet. Each carving starts as a solid block
of work which is then carved into an old world Santa Clause or one of many other
collectible characters. The carvings are painted with oils and allowed to dry for several
days. The final stage includes a clear acrylic coat and hand rubbing to bring out the
beauty of the wood. Each piece is signed by the artist.
woodcarvers because of its workability and its even grain. In past years it was used to
make ship's figureheads and cigar-store Indians. The Linden Tree is a large tree, growing
up to 130 feet tall with a trunk diameter of 2 to 3 feet. Each carving starts as a solid block
of work which is then carved into an old world Santa Clause or one of many other
collectible characters. The carvings are painted with oils and allowed to dry for several
days. The final stage includes a clear acrylic coat and hand rubbing to bring out the
beauty of the wood. Each piece is signed by the artist.
