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As we were leaving our small town’s festival I saw a sign pointing to a local artist’s collection of folk art carvings.
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The man and his art are well known in my town with one piece of this collection featured and displayed every year in our town hall.
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Three of the pieces were bought by private parties before the town decided to acquire the collection and were graciously lent to us for this event. It was the first time the collection has ever been exhibited together. Except…
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There’s one missing.
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The widow of the artist doesn’t know who her late husband sold The Raven to, but there’s been an extensive search … with no luck.
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You really have to see these in person to appreciate the craftsmanship.
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And my poor pictures don’t do the beauty of the wood carving justice.
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All the creatures depicted are native to our area. They are depicted with the joy of, and reverence for, nature.
So if you ever see that Raven? Please let me know.
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River's world..... 
What are they made of?
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Multiple types of wood.
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It is not just the craftsmanship that astounds but the creativity and imagery.
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He was inspired by the river and wetlands wildlife in our town. I just love them!
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Those are spectacular River! What a talent this artist was, he sure had an eye for the beauty of nature. Wood carvings have always interested me, these are so beautiful. I hope someone comes forth with info in the Raven.
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It’s been quite a while and not a single sighting.
😰
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awesome stuff!!
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I love these! So interesting
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There’s a whole story/legend to go with each creature. Very fanciful.
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Wow. I’m impressed by the artist and his craft.
If I see the Raven, I’ll contact the authorities.
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Thank you.
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Wow. What exquisite works of wood! I hope the Raven flies home!
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More than likely it’s stuck in someone’s attic covered in cobwebs.
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☹️ true…sadly
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OMG, I love this so much! I hate that the raven is missing though.
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It’s sad. These pieces were his life’s work….
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Very sad.
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I hate repeating myself but, you Mainers are WEIRD…
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And I keep telling you… we like it that way.
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Prescient the Poe fellow who Quoth the raven, nevermore —
To be seen again, we fain…but in the Maine: Oh, the horror!
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We’re hoping it’s not nevermore, but it’s not looking good.
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He’s really captured postures and movement well – very realistic lines. Really wonderful work. Thanks for sharing.
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I’ve always admired the single piece that’s highlighted every year, but seeing the (almost) whole collection together was a real treat.
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