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Vintage Hand-Carved Hardwood Sailfish / Marlin Sculpture Capture the essence of mid-century coastal artistry with this dynamic, hand-carved sailfish / marlin wood sculpture. Meticulously shaped from a single block of rich, dense exotic hardwood-highly characteristic of premium vintage ironwood or mahogany-the piece exhibits a beautiful deep-grain pattern that accentuates the fish’s natural fluid motion. The marine predator is captured mid-leap, displaying a sharp, prominent bill, stylized forward pectoral fins, and a sweeping, textured sail fin. The entire sculpture is securely anchored onto a rustic, free-form natural burl wood base, creating a stark, organic contrast between the highly polished marlin and the raw, rugged texture of the wood root beneath. The entire piece sits on a finished, circular wooden tier for elegant display on a mantel, shelf, or desk. —————————– ## Key Specifications & Condition Subject Matter:Billfish / Marlin Materials: Polished tropical hardwood, natural free-form burl wood, turned wood base Style: Mid-Century Modern (MCM) / Coastal Folk Art Condition Elements to Note: Overall excellent structural integrity. The delicate, pointed bill and high-cresting sail fin remain completely intact without chips. The wood retains its original rich luster, showing no signs of dry-splitting or sun-bleaching. —————————– ## Estimated Date Circa 1960s – 1970s: This piece belongs to the height of the Mid-Century Modern coastal decor movement. During this era, sculptors heavily favored dense exotic woods (such as ironwood, teak, and mahogany) mounted to raw, earthy root structures to blend geometric modernism with natural textures. —————————– ## About the Artist: “WAGGENER” The natural burl base features the clear, hand-engraved signature “WAGGENER”. In the specialized field of mid-century wildlife carvings, hand-carved block text or signatures etched directly into raw wood bases signify an independent regional studio artist or coastal folk artisan. Rather than a mass-manufactured factory item, the signature confirms this piece was individually handled, carved, and signed as a standalone work of coastal decor.

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Marlin bronze in very nice condition. See pictures for details.

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Shows signs of wear like cracks and chips please see photos. The brass tail is slightly bend. The sculpture measures 24 1/2 in length. 3 5/16″ in width and stands 14 1/2″ in height. Great for people that love fishing or live collecting fish related things. The vintage Mid Century Frederick Cooper sculpture features a meticulously carved wood and brass Marlin fish, reflecting a nautical theme with intricate detailing. The sculpture showcases Mid-Century Modernism style, highlighted by the antique brass finish that adds a touch of sophistication to the piece. This collectible item embodies the craftsmanship and design aesthetic of Frederick Cooper, making it a unique and standout decorative piece for any space.

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Vintage Mid Century Frederick Cooper Carved Wood & Brass Marlin Fish Sculpture. Sculpture measures 24 1/2″ in length, 3 5/16″ in width, and stands 14 1/2 in height. Great condition with no breaks or repairs. If the next owner decides they’d like the brass to shine, it will polish up very easily.

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1950s / 60’s? From a local Estate.. This item is in the category “Art\Art Sculptures”. The seller is “debbiethebrit” and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped to United States.

• Type: Sculpture
• Year of Production: 1950s/ 60s
• Material: Wood
• Production Technique: Carving
• Subject: Fishing

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Large Vintage Hand Carved Ironwood Swordfish Marlin Sailfish Statue Sculpture 30 Tall. This Huge Swordfish wooden piece is very beautiful and has Amazing Detail on the carvings. Approx Size: 30 Tall with Base that was added. 29 Tall without added base. Condition: Item is in Very Good Condition, Preowned, Last owner add wooden base, See Pictures for more details about the item. Please refer to the photos as they are an important part of this item’s description. Good – shows moderate wear and is fully functional. Fair – shows moderate wear and has condition issues that may or may not be repairable. The item “Vintage Hand Carved Ironwood Swordfish Marlin Sailfish Sculpture 30 TALL” is in sale since Friday, May 21, 2021. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Decorative Collectibles\Sculptures & Figurines”. The seller is “jashermanco2″ and is located in Oakland, Oregon. This item can be shipped to United States, Canada, United Kingdom, China, Mexico, Germany, Japan, France, Australia, Russian federation, Denmark, Romania, Slovakia, Bulgaria, Czech republic, Finland, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Estonia, Greece, Portugal, Cyprus, Slovenia, Sweden, South Korea, Indonesia, Taiwan, South africa, Thailand, Belgium, Hong Kong, Ireland, Netherlands, Poland, Spain, Italy, Austria, Bahamas, Israel, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, Switzerland, Norway, Saudi arabia, Ukraine, United arab emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Croatia, Malaysia, Chile, Colombia, Costa rica, Dominican republic, Panama, Trinidad and tobago, Guatemala, El salvador, Honduras, Jamaica, Antigua and barbuda, Aruba, Belize, Dominica, Grenada, Saint kitts and nevis, Saint lucia, Montserrat, Turks and caicos islands, Barbados, Bangladesh, Bermuda, Brunei darussalam, Bolivia, Egypt, French guiana, Guernsey, Gibraltar, Guadeloupe, Iceland, Jersey, Jordan, Cambodia, Cayman islands, Liechtenstein, Sri lanka, Luxembourg, Monaco, Macao, Martinique, Maldives, Nicaragua, Oman, Pakistan, Paraguay, Reunion, Uruguay.

• Number in Pack: 1
• Features: Carvings
• Custom Bundle: No
• Department: Adults
• Handmade: Yes
• Item Width: 11 in
• Pattern: Ethnic
• Time Period Manufactured: Modern (1946-90)
• Animal Class: Fish
• Item Length: 6 in
• Item Height: 30 in
• Subject: Fish
• Collection: Limited Editions
• Occasion: All Occasions
• Size: Large
• Country/Region of Manufacture: Unknown
• Material: Wood
• Year Manufactured: 1970
• Customized: Yes
• Character: Marlin
• Item Weight: 9 lb 3oz
• Engraved: No
• Artist: na
• Finish: Natural
• Additional Parts Required: No
• Franchise: Angry Birds
• Brand: Unbranded
• Style: Mid-Century Modernism
• Color: Brown
• Room: Any Room
• Theme: Fish
• Type: Sculpture

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Stunning MID CENTURY BRASS AND WOOD FISH SCULPTURE. PROBABLY MADE BY FREDERICK COOPER (NOT MARKED). Measures 24 tip to tail and 14.5 tall. Gorgeous design from The brass work to the wood grain please see photos. Has light wear and nice patina on brass. Please see photos as this is part of the description. Minor marks on wood see pics. From smoke and pet free home. Thanks for looking please check out my other listings. The item “Vintage Mid Century Modern Frederick Cooper Brass & Wood Marlin Sculpture Large” is in sale since Sunday, January 13, 2019. This item is in the category “Antiques\Periods & Styles\Mid-Century Modernism”. The seller is “cinderfary78″ and is located in Carpentersville, Illinois. This item can be shipped to United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Denmark, Romania, Slovakia, Bulgaria, Czech republic, Finland, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Estonia, Australia, Greece, Portugal, Cyprus, Slovenia, Japan, Sweden, South Korea, Indonesia, South africa, Belgium, France, Hong Kong, Ireland, Netherlands, Poland, Spain, Italy, Germany, Austria, Bahamas, Mexico, New Zealand, Singapore, Norway, Saudi arabia, United arab emirates, Bahrain, Croatia, Malaysia, Chile, Colombia, Costa rica, Panama, Trinidad and tobago, Guatemala, Honduras, Jamaica, Barbados, Bangladesh, Bermuda, Brunei darussalam, Bolivia, Ecuador, Egypt, French guiana, Guernsey, Gibraltar, Guadeloupe, Iceland, Jersey, Jordan, Cambodia, Cayman islands, Liechtenstein, Sri lanka, Luxembourg, Monaco, Macao, Martinique, Maldives, Nicaragua, Oman, Peru, Pakistan, Paraguay, Reunion, Viet nam, Uruguay.

• Style: Mid-Century Modern
• Material: Brass

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