{"product_id":"impressed-jh-makers-mark-on-base-joanna-howells-celadon-porcelain-plate-wales-circa-2000s","title":"Hand-Carved Hardwood Hand Sculpture \u0026 Vide Poche — Brutalist Folk Art, circa 1960s–1970s","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eReaching forward from its rectangular plinth with quiet authority, this hand-carved hardwood hand is both sculpture and object — a piece that holds things, and holds attention in equal measure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOBJECT DETAILS\u003c\/strong\u003e An ideal piece for interior designers sourcing bold, singular decorative objects with sculptural presence, or for collectors drawn to brutalist folk art and the expressive power of hand-carved wood. This is a hand sculpture \/ vide poche carved from a single piece of dense hardwood, depicting a naturalistically rendered open hand extending from a solid rectangular plinth base. The palm forms a hollow cavity — approximately 8cm × 4cm — designed to hold a television remote, keys, glasses, or small objects. The wood shows a rich warm brown tone with beautiful natural grain throughout, and has developed a deep, even patina consistent with age and handling. Carved details include individual fingers, knuckle articulation and wrist definition. No signature. Style: brutalist folk art \/ studio craft. Material: dense tropical hardwood. Era: circa 1960s–1970s. Origin: unknown, possibly European or Anglo-Indian. Maker: unknown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDIMENSIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e Total length: 25cm \/ Height: 12cm (L 9.8\" × H 4.7\") Hollow interior: approx 8cm × 4cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCONDITION REPORT\u003c\/strong\u003e In very good vintage condition. Wood solid and structurally intact throughout. Natural patina rich and even — no cracks, splits or repairs. Surface shows minor wear consistent with age and handling. No chips or losses to carved detail. Photographs form part of this description. Please review all images carefully as they document the piece's condition in full detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFAQ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the condition?\u003c\/strong\u003e Very good vintage condition. Wood solid and intact throughout, no cracks, splits or repairs. Natural patina rich and even. Minor surface wear consistent with age. Photographs form part of this description — please review all images carefully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are the exact dimensions?\u003c\/strong\u003e Total length 25cm × Height 12cm (L 9.8\" × H 4.7\"). Hollow interior approximately 8cm × 4cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat can it hold?\u003c\/strong\u003e The hollow palm cavity comfortably holds a television remote control, a pair of glasses, keys, or similar small objects. It also works beautifully as a pure sculptural display piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere does this piece come from?\u003c\/strong\u003e Circa 1960s–1970s, origin unknown — possibly European or Anglo-Indian. Maker unknown, unsigned.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo you ship internationally?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — Fontaine London ships worldwide. Prices shown include duties and taxes for your country (DDP — Delivered Duty Paid), so there are no surprise charges on delivery. Shipping cost is calculated at checkout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this piece suitable for film or TV prop use?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — available for prop hire enquiries. Please contact us directly to discuss.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is your returns policy?\u003c\/strong\u003e We offer a 14-day return policy for items that do not match their description. As all pieces are one-of-a-kind vintage items, we ask buyers to review all photographs and the condition report carefully before purchasing. Photographs form part of the item description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I request more photos?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — please contact us via the enquiry form and we will be happy to provide additional photographs or answer any questions about this piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCURATOR'S NOTE\u003c\/strong\u003e Selected because it refuses to be categorised — it is a sculpture, a desk object, a conversation piece and a quietly surrealist gesture all at once. The hand that holds things. The kind of object that stops people in their tracks and makes them pick it up. An ideal addition to a designer's desk, a collector's shelf, or a film set requiring an object of genuine character.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Uknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56753455071563,"sku":null,"price":165.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0992\/9736\/2251\/files\/DSC_0258.jpg?v=1773056953","url":"https:\/\/fontaine.london\/products\/impressed-jh-makers-mark-on-base-joanna-howells-celadon-porcelain-plate-wales-circa-2000s","provider":"fontaine london","version":"1.0","type":"link"}