Wise Owl Totem Pole

Wise Owl Totem Pole

A 4 foot tall by 8 inch thick totem pole that i made from catalpa wood that will never decay.

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ralph mitchell

ralph mitchell

furnishings of intoxicating beauty

butler, OH
Member since: 2013
4.7
57 Maker Reviews
  • Long-time member

    A Maker who has been a valued part of this community for several years.

  • Fast shipper

    Customers say that this Maker ships promptly after completing a project.

  • Great service

    This Maker has consistently demonstrated excellence in craftsmanship and customer service.

Working alone, I state working alone because nearly everything that I design and make are works of art made by me alone and signed by me for 20+ years, Ralph produces furnishings and signs rebelling against "mechanical mediocrity" refusing to work within the limitations imposed by machines and produce objets d'art which can only be accomplished with many hours/days/weeks/months of hand tooling.
To summarize, I am an artisan, not merely a furniture maker. Thank you for your interest in my fascination.

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    Anna Lamie

    For Anna's Wooden Stethoscope sculpture
    5.0

    Working with Ralph was an absolutely fantastic experience. His enthusiasm and dedication to my project was more than I ever could have asked for. He has incredible knowledge and talent, and his finished product will be treasured for many years to come! Anyone would be lucky to work with Ralph, I know I am looking forward to working with him again!!

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    David Jagger

    For Karate God Busaganashi
    4.8

    I am extremely pleased with my Busaganashi. Working with Ralph was a pleasure and I would certainly work with him again on other projects and give him a strong recommendation for anyone looking for quality work.

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    COLLEEN SEAMON

    For COLLEEN's Sign
    5.0

    My only concern is our name is spelled wrong on the sign. It should be Seamon not Seaman.

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    Nathaniel

    For I owe you an apology
    4.8

    Ralph is a true artist. He will go above and beyond what you expect to make the project you really want. For him, quality is best and he will not cut on details.

    I will definitely work again with him (I'm actually working with him on a project of 52 chess pieces), and am glad to have him to make this project come to reality.

    The value you will get is extraordinary, as well as the professionalism and expertise you will benefit from when working with him. Timeliness and shipping also are on point.

    Communication is essential and Ralph will keep you informed. Even when we had a small miscommunication (which wasted some of Ralph's time), he fixed the detail (even if he didn't need to) to give me an amazing piece!

    I cannot give 6 stars (unfortunately, even though he deserves them) so I'll have to settle by giving Ralph 5 stars.

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    Cliff Dorian

    For Darth Sidious Cane
    5.0

    Ralph did a wonderful job. Far beyond my expectations and at half of what I would have paid for a commercial resin replica. I would most certainly recommend him to any one wanting similar items.

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