Year of the Snake VII - Snake Head Girl

Part of my 'year of' range of zodiac animal inspired girls, here is one to celebrate the year of the snake, which runs from February 3rd 2025 to February 3rd 2026. This 'head' wood girl is turned from yellow poplar decorated with a green, yellow and gold snake slithering around her neck and over her head.

Snakes are the sixth animal in the zodiac, coming after the dragon and before the horse. People born in the year of the snake are said to be intuitive, introverted and enigmatic with the ability to remain calm during a crisis. They are often creative and have excellent taste. They don't like to fail which makes them doubly determined to accomplish their goals. They are intelligent and wise, good communicators but can say little and can be emotionally detached. They can be easily stressed if not left to get on with a task.

Lucky numbers for snakes are 1 and 8 and lucky colours are red and black.

My pieces are painted in a naïve and simple style, with visible brush strokes and differing paint consistencies. It is important to note that these dolls are made from real wood which will have naturally occurring markings and grain, and sometimes there will be small amount of bleeding along the grain, or knots, which is to be expected when using untreated wood - please make sure you consult the pictures carefully before purchasing. She has been finished in a top coat of matt acrylic.

A note about 'Wood Girls'
This girl was turned by a production turner to my design, and then hand painted in the U.K. by me, a British artist. I love exploring the patterns and scenes encountered by me on my travels and in daily life.

Stamped underneath with 'blue bear' in red ink.
Approximately 9cm high.
Please note: THIS IS NOT A TOY and should be kept out of the reach of children.