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Hand carved from fossil mammoth - monks in the scriptorium, copying books to save civilization.. such carvings traditionally have been made from elephant ivory and are priceless, out of reach in museums. To make it affordable and ethical I use 10,000 year old mammoth only. Natural cracks and colorations are typical for this ancient material. Every piece is unique.
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I owe my carving career to my mother. She made me peel potatoes when I was a kid and bored with the task I made little figures and animals. She allowed me to practice - and ate without complains a lot of mashed potatoes during this time…
For some time I carved stone and wood until one day, about 30 years ago, someone sold me a piece of fossil mammoth tusk at a flea market. This opened a new world of possibilities and beauty for me and ever since I am in love with this wonderful material.
I had never thought of me being an ivory carver for I am an elephant lover and fiercely protective of them. But the woolly mammoth are long gone and carving their tusks helps to protect the few precious elephants we still have.
You can order custom made jewelry, spiritual art, statues, bookmarks, cufflinks, knifes, historic chess sets and/or you can make me realize your own design. As you can see I can work within a great variety of styles. You can chose between Fossil Mammoth, Bone, Tagua Nut, Leather, Wood, Silver, Bronze, Copper and Steel, Amber, Mother of Pearl, Warthog Tusk - or a combination of all!
I am happy to help you to bring your creations and ideas to life. We will communicate and work together and create beautiful pieces of art that express your personality and/or your feelings toward a person you love.
If you decide to want ivory I guarantee very piece will be made from legal Mammoth. Every piece I have has been found in the permafrost 20 years ago. There will be no replenishing of that supply.
No elephant or endangered species was ever been killed or harmed for my art!
Thank you for visiting my shop. My very best wishes for you and your loved ones!
Raven
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Tyler Seward
For Personalized Hand Stamped Sterling Charm Bracelet Family Keepsake5.0Very happy, fast delivery
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James Broyles
For James' Bracelet5.0 - KN
Kim Nguyen
For Kim's Earrings5.0Andrita is an amazing person and maker. I wanted a pair of earrings made that looked deceptively simple, but were quite a challenge to make because they had to fit my ears and piercings exactly. Andrita made the whole process go smoothly and was also prompt and detailed in all her communication with me. The earrings actually had to be sent back a couple of times for adjustments, which Andrita strongly encouraged.
The earrings are now perfect. This was truly a custom made project. It was a great first experience and I know it's because Andrita responded to my project. Besides her metalworking talents she is a super lovely person, so if you have the chance to work with her, DO!
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Richard Milliken
For Richard's Earrings5.0 - LL
Laura Lazor
For Personalized Hand Stamped Sterling Cuff Bangle - Names, Quote, Poetry4.8
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