Bidspirit auction | Hand-Carved Folk Art Wood Spirit

Hand-Carved Folk Art Wood Spirit Walking Stick - This hand-carved folk art walking stick, commonly referred to as a wood spirit hiking staff, is fashioned from a single piece of natural wood. The top of the staff is carved with a stylized human face featuring exaggerated features, including an open mouth, a large nose, and prominent ears, with vertical textured lines carved into the neck area. The staff maintains its natural branch-like form throughout the length of the shaft, featuring visible knots and a medium-brown stained and varnished finish. There are no signatures, maker's marks, or other identifying inscriptions present on the piece. Length: 47 inches.