"Breathing life into clay" is how many collectors describe the exceptional talents of renowned sculptor Dr. Thomas Fetzer Clark. Warmth, wisdom and often a touch of whimsy can be found in the expressive features and intricate detail of this Gnomes, Woodspirits, Country Folk, and historical figurines.
I am selling a personal collection of Tom Clark figurines, about 125 or so in total. For the most part, these are pieces that the consignor purchased new, from dealers. There are a few that the consignor purchased on the secondary market.
This one is "Telly". It is marked TELLY - T CLARK - 1987 - 36 - *1189. This figurine appears to be hand signed by Tom Clark on the side of the television, I don't know if this is an original signature, but the other figurines I have up for sale, do not have this type of signature. This item comes with no Certificate of Authenticity or box, issue price was $80.00. It measures 8 1/2" tall x 6" across. It is in very nice condition, just some little scuffs/wear on a couple of the corners/edges. I dusted him some, but he could use a little more. I have some other Tom Clark figurines, I will be happy to combine shipping.
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BOO! - MINT (RETIRED, 1994)
A Cairn Studio artwork of Tom Clark. This one is titled "Dilworth". Dilworth was created for the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Historic Landmarks Commission to honor the 100th anniversary of the electric streetcar in Charlotte, North Carolina. In 1891 Thomas Edison persuaded
BROTHER, SIS, AND DAD - MINT RETIRED
Edward Dilworth Latta to install electric streetcars or trolleys. Up until this time, Charlotte, like most southern towns, was primarily a walking community. At the same time Mr. Latta developed the Dilworth neighborhood, Charlotte's first suburb, expand his streetcar service.
March 14, 1938 saw the last streetcar run in Charlotte. It was made by Car#85, built by Southern Public Utilities Company (now Duke Power Company). In 1987 Car #85 was discovered in Huntersville, a town near Davidson. It is now being restored to its original appearance and operating condition. The Historic Landmarks Commission hopes to restore streetcar service in Charlotte as viable uptown transporation.
This little Dilworth is standing by his Car #85 and holding a Duke Power Company token to pay for your ride on the streetcar. Behind him is another coin that pictures a trolley. Under his left arm is a moss oak acorn from a tree in uptown Charlotte. In front of his streetcar is the official emblem of Southern Public Utilities Company at the time Car #85 was built. Dilworth's smile says thanks to all those dedicated to getting Charlotte "Back on Track".
The number for this piece is "45", dated 1991. It measures 5" tall, 5-1/4" wide. It is in excellent, like-new condition. A Certificate of Authenticity from Cairn Studio, Ltd. is not included. The original box is not included.
$125.00 Shipping weight: 3 lbs Sold 9/21/11
Tom Clark Gnome "Hal" halloween
TOM CLARK GNOME "HAL" - MINT (RETIRED,1993)
A Cairn Studio artwork of Tom Clark's Gnomes collection. This one is "Hal". Happy Halloween! Hall is still try to decide whether to put a lightening bug inside his pumpkin or to jump in himself. It would be quite a surprise to Linus, of "Peanuts" when he visits the pumpkin patch. The little gourds are from New Jersey and the Halloween hoot owl is from Greece. The number for this piece is "88", dated 1984. It measures 7-1/2" tall and 6" in diameter. It is in excellent, like new con- dition. A Certificate of Authenticity from Cairn Studio,Ltd. is included.
