"Tree Nymph" by Dr Franky Dolan

THE LEGEND OF THE NYMPHS:A nymph in ancient mythology, is considered a divine spirit of nature, defining the power of sensuality and beauty. All things living have some form of spirit and beauty. Having a nymph depiction in your home is said to bring a greater sense of your own beauty and strength. This is what inspired Dr Dolan to create his own artistic interpretation of the etherial, and ever beautiful, nymph. ABOUT THIS NYMPH:She stares out, confidently and inquisitively. Her eyes show the strength that she has inside. She is young, but she has survived through a long trying journey. She is whole now, and has nothing to hide. She is who she is, and she is unashamed. The spirit in this wood emanates an energy of confidence for whomever invites her into their home. This tree nymph is a very skilled hybrid of clay sculpture and a lush wood carving. This art form blends clay into the natural bodies of wood. Several weeks of sculpting, carving, painting, mounting and finishing go into c