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VTG Harry Whyte Australian Studio Pottery Bird Nest Figurine Signed

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The story

Highly collectible vintage mid-century Australian studio art pottery figurine by the renowned potter Harry Whyte. Handcrafted from his signature coarse, earthy outback terracotta/stoneware clay, this gorgeous sculpture depicts a stylized songbird perched on a textured tree branch alongside a small hollowed nest cradling three individual clay eggs.

True to Harry Whyte’s celebrated folk-art style, the bird features a high-contrast smooth black slip head glaze, deeply expressive inset amber glass eyes that beautifully capture the light, and hand-carved feather and bark details. The base is clearly incised with his recognizable circular "HW" artist monogram stamp.

Condition:
Excellent vintage pre-owned condition with absolutely no chips, cracks, or restorations. The delicate beak, upright tail feathers, and fragile nest details are fully intact. Please see all up-close photos with the tape measure for exact cosmetic details and dimensions.

Condition

used — Previously owned and used; solid everyday condition — see photos.

Details

Dimensions
10″ × 7.5″ × 5.5″
Item no.
DM-2026-01019

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