M. Waters Hand-Carved Spalted Wood Mask, dated 2003

Story

Carved in 2003, this mask bridges the gap between traditional woodland folklore and modern studio craft. The artist, M. Waters, deliberately selected a piece of spalted wood to let nature's own decay process paint the dramatic, dark dividing line down the face.

Maker / Origin

Signed 'M. Waters 2003', this piece is the work of a highly skilled regional studio woodcarver. While Waters operates outside the mainstream commercial gallery circuit, their mastery of wood selection, grain orientation, and hollow-out chisel work places them in the rich tradition of North American studio craftspeople who elevate raw timber into expressive, organic sculpture.

Condition & Value

The mask is in excellent original condition with no visible cracks, splits, or chips to the delicate pointed chin. The original hanging wire is intact, and the wood retains its rich, polished luster. Excellent preservation of the wood grain and original artist signatures.