Sentiment: “Welcome joy!” written on hangtag 4” h hand-painted resin ornament. Figure in cream dress, holding pierced gold-leaf wreath of hearts. 2024 laser-etched in wreath. Hook and loop affixed to figure’s head A gift to recognize important events of 2024 - the times we celebrate and share with those we love. For holidays or every day, ornaments honor life's milestones in a small, commemorative format. Packaged in fitted box for gift-giving Artist Susan Lordi hand carves the original of each Willow Tree piece from her studio in Kansas City MO. This piece is cast based on Susan's original carving and painted by hand Brown elastic cord for hanging. To clean, dust with soft brush or cloth TITLE: 2024 Ornament SENTIMENT: “Welcome joy!” GIFT-GIVING SUGGESTIONS: A gift to recognize important events of 2024: births, marriage, graduation, promotion, retirement! For holidays or for everyday, Ornaments are an expression of thoughtfulness, caring and support in a small, commemorative format. Simplicity of form and the absence of facial features signify Willow Tree. Hand-carved figures reveal their expression through body gestures only… a tilt of the head, placement of the hands, a turn of the body. Since 1999, American artist Susan Lordi has worked in partnership with DEMDACO to produce, market and distribute Willow Tree, her line of carved figurative sculpture. From her studio in Kansas City, Lordi hand carves the original of each figure. This piece is cast from Lordi’s original and painted by hand. Each piece is intended to be open to interpretation from the viewer. “Willow Tree isn’t so much about the tangible piece. It represents an emotion or it marks a memory.” –Susan Lordi