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Pecos River Driftwood Nicho Sculpture Box Diane Moreno Original New Mexico Art

$ 1053.35

Availability: 96 in stock
  • Culture: Western Americana
  • Condition: See full item description and photos.
  • Handmade: Yes
  • All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
  • Modified Item: No
  • Provenance: Offered by original owner
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: United States

    Description

    Offered is an original nicho by New Mexico artist Diane Moreno, constructed primary of driftwood gathered nearby the Peco River.  It is an intricately detailed (see all photos), and has four interior (removable) shelves for kachinas, storytellers, fetishes and other sculptures and figurines.
    Specifications
    Front (facade) dimensions: 34” X 15”, and 5 1/2 deep
    Box exterior dimensions: 30 3/4” X 11”
    Opening (doorway): 26 1/2” X 8”
    Box interior: 29” X 9 1/2” X 3” deep
    Doors swing open fully to 2 3/4” depth.
    Nicho weighs roughly 30 lb. and hangers are affixed to the back of the box that work perfectly and show zero signs of failure.  However, due to the overall size and weight (and value) of this nicho, it is recommended that you have it professionally hung (particularly if done against drywall.
    Additional Notes
    The left door inscription reads as follows:
    Almost every night I make a wish on the first evening star
    Star Bright
    Star Light
    First star I see tonight
    Wish I may, wish I might
    Have this wish
    I wish tonight
    It’s almost always
    The same heart wish
    But I can’t tell what
    it is or if won’t come true
    The nicho will be meticulously packed for shipping, via Fedex Ground only - no PO Boxes - and will be shipped fully insured.  International shipping is not being offered - any international buyer must arrange shipping from a domestic location of their choice and at their expense.