Hand-Carved Reddish Egret Folk Art Sculpture | Signed Al Schatzle Wooden Shorebird on Stone Base

Hand-Carved Folk Art Reddish Egret by Al Schatzle

Graceful and quietly lifelike, this hand-carved wooden Reddish Egret captures the elegant posture and long, sweeping lines of a coastal shorebird in mid-stride. Signed on the underside by folk artist Al Schatzle, the piece blends traditional American decoy carving techniques with sculptural, decorative appeal.

Carved from solid wood and finished in naturalistic browns and deep charcoal tones with subtle reddish highlights, the bird’s elongated neck and alert stance give it wonderful movement and presence. Slender forged metal legs rise from a natural stone base, creating both stability and a pleasing contrast of textures. Amber-toned glass eyes add a realistic spark of character.

At approximately 14 inches tall, the sculpture has strong vertical presence while remaining perfectly sized for a shelf, mantel, or tabletop vignette — ideal for coastal, cabin, or folk art interiors.

A warm and authentic example of late 20th-century American handcrafted folk art.