Unique Equine Gifts
While woodworking is just one of Mariagrazia's hobbies, she has sold numerous woodworking pieces, and is often commissioned to create custom items. The true joy of woodworking, Mariagrazia said, is the process of creating a piece. "It's very relaxing for me and gives me a feeling of accomplishment."
Her favorite types of wood are hardwoods; she prefers to use colored wood and clear finishes rather than paint her pieces. "I generally try to use woods that are the color of the piece," Mariagrazia said. "I like oak, maple and walnut, and I'like exotic woods like purple heart. I also like sandalwood and beechwood.
"I prefer hardwood to soft wood like pine, but I do use pine if that's what someone wants for the finished piece."
We offer a variety of unique sawn and fretwork wooden treasures that would make great gifts or add to your collection of collectables. All items are handmade with care from a variety of local and exotic hardwoods.
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If the item you order is not available, please allow three weeks for delivery. Each piece is handcrafted and signed by the artist.
Each piece is custom framed. Desert Spirit
This beautiful piece is exceptionally nice. It is handmade from Imbuya, a very hard, dark, Brazilian wood with attractive grain. After careful sanding, a light coat of Danish oil was applied to enhance the wood's beauty.
This beautiful work will make a wonderful addition to any collection.
The Wood: Imbuya is officially classified as Endangered within its natural habitat in Brazil (Source - World Conservation Monitoring Center - 1992 ). The species is reported to occur in the southern region of Brazil, particularly in the humid Araucaria forests in Parana and Santo Catarina. It is usually found at altitudes of 2500 to 4000 feet (760 to 1220 m) growing alongside Parana pine. The tree also grows in the rainforests of the States of Sao Paolo and Rio Grande do Sul.
The species is considered to be one of the most important commercial species in Brazil. High demand, fueled by Imbuia's high commercial value, is reported to have drastically reduced the population of the species within its natural habitat.
Size: 4 1/4" W x 9 3/4 L" x 8 1/4 H and 7/8 thick - $120
Larger sizes available on request
Limited Edition: 200 pieces
Wood: Imbuya, Brazil
Product # UEG0208
Standing Proud
This beautifully hand crafted piece is handmade from Imbuya, a very hard, dark, Brazilian wood with attractive grain. After careful sanding, a light coat of Danish oil was applied to enhance the wood's beauty.
The wood piece stands on sandstone. The size of the stone will vary. A very attractive piece.
The Wood: Imbuya is officially classified as Endangered within its natural habitat in Brazil (Source - World Conservation Monitoring Center - 1992 ). The species is reported to occur in the southern region of Brazil, particularly in the humid Araucaria forests in Parana and Santo Catarina. It is usually found at altitudes of 2500 to 4000 feet (760 to 1220 m) growing alongside Parana pine. The tree also grows in the rainforests of the States of Sao Paolo and Rio Grande do Sul.
The species is considered to be one of the most important commercial species in Brazil. High demand, fueled by Imbuia's high commercial value, is reported to have drastically reduced the population of the species within its natural habitat.
Size with stone: 7" W x 11 L" x 9 1/2 H (approx.) and 7/8 thick (wood)- $120
Larger sizes available on request
Limited Edition: 200 pieces
Wood: Imbuya, Brazil
Product # UEG0308
Arabian foal
Magnificent wooden Arabian foal evoking the timeless beauty is handmade from Canary wood, a very bright yellow, Brazilian wood. After careful sanding, a light coat of Danish oil was applied to enhanche the wood's beauty. A very attractive piece.
The natural range of the genus is from Panama to southern Brazil. The mature trees are typically more than 100 feet tall and 4 feet in diameter. It is in the legume family, so it has pods with seeds, looking somewhat like the maple seed and its wing.
Size: 3 3/4" W x 7 1/2 L" x 10 3/4 H (approx.) and 7/8 thick (wood)- $100
Larger sizes available on request
Limited Edition: 200 pieces
Wood: Canary, Brazil
Product # UEG0311
Arabian Head in Zebrawood
Exquisite hand-crafted Arabian head. Zebrawood, a local wood from Western Africa, is patiently hand-sawn and sanded to achieve the desired form. The natural colours range from light to almost black natural stripes of the wood. The piece is almost 2" thick.
Out of Africa, and it is to the best of our knowledge the most strikingly figured wood there is. The species name is Microberlinia Brazzavillensis and it comes from West Africa (Gabon, Cameroon and Congo). A large tree it grows to a diameter as great as five feet. It is a true exotic wood, with limited availability and relatively high prices.
Zebrawood is distinctive for its zebra like light and dark stripes.
Size: 4 1/2" W x 9 L" x 9 1/4 H and 1 7/8 thick- $120
Larger sizes available on request
Limited Edition: 200 pieces
Wood: Zebrawood, West Africa
Product # UEG0312
Arabian Head in Canary wood
Excellent hand-crafted Arabian head is handmade from Canary wood, a very bright yellow, Brazilian wood. After careful sanding, a light coat of Danish oil was applied to enhanche the wood's beauty. A very attractive piece.
The natural range of the genus is from Panama to southern Brazil. The mature trees are typically more than 100 feet tall and 4 feet in diameter. It is in the legume family, so it has pods with seeds, looking somewhat like the maple seed and its wing.
Size: 5" W x 9 L" x 8 1/4 H and 7/8 thick- $100
Larger sizes available on request
Limited Edition: 200 pieces
Wood: Canary, Brazil
Product # UEG0313
Arabian Foals Playing 11" W x 14" H plus frame $150
Wood: Baltic Birch
Product # UEG5702
Arabian Foals Playing with custom frame
Wolf Duet, 20" W x 16" H plus frame $190
Wood: Baltic Birch
Product # UEG5704
First Couple of Hours, 11" W x 8" H plus frame $120
Wood: Baltic Birch
Product # UEG5706
Got a carrot?, 16 " W x 12" H plus frame $140
Wood: Baltic Birch
Product # UEG5708
Stallion Welcome Plaque, 15" W x 13" H plus frame $130
Wood: Baltic Birch
Product # UEG5701
Worry Free 11" W x 8 1/2" H plus frame $130
Wood: Baltic Birch
Product # UEG5703
Diamond Clock - Mare and Colt 13" x 10 1/2" $175.00
Clock can be substitute with a thermometer, hygrometer, or barometer
Wood: Red Oak
Product # UEG5705
Full Moom Serenade Clock
10 W" x 9 H" $130.00
Wood: Red Oak
Product # UEG5707
Horse Clock
13 W" x 9 H" $150.00
Wood: Red Oak
Product # UEG5709
Wild Mustang Clock
(two sizes) 8 1/2" W x 11 1/4" H $150.00 - Product # UEG5806
5 1/4" W x 7" H $95.00 - Product # UEG5803
Wood: Red Oak
Wolf Reflection
11 1/2" W x 17" H plus frame $150.00
Wood: Baltic Birch
Product # UEG5807
Wolf Silhouette
10" W x 15" H plus frame $130
Wood: Baltic Birch
Product # UEG5805
Wolf Drinking Water
14" W x 20" H $290.00
Wood: Baltic Birch
Product # UEG5907
Fighting Mustangs Clock
(two sizes) 8 1/2" W x 11 1/4" H $150.00 - Product # UEG5301
5 1/4" W x 7" $100.00 - Product # UEG5306
Wood: Red Oak
Double Trouble
11" W x 14" H plus frame $150.00
Wood: Baltic Birch
Product # UEG5909
Kokopelli Welcome Sign
12" W x 9" plus frame $140.00
Wood: Baltic Birch
Product # UEG5902
Horse Head
7" W x 8 1/2" $95.00
Wood: Shedua - West Africa
Product # UEG5901
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