This Fence Post Real Wood Duck Sculpture Small is a one-of-a-kind work of art handcrafted from a rich piece of Western American history. This is NOT a plastic reproduction.Because every fence post has its own unique history told in its grain, color, and shape, each fence post duck is also completely different in size, shape, and color.Over 100 years ago, homesteaders along the Rocky Mountains staked out new land by planting juniper (cedar) fence posts around their property strung with barbed wire to contain cattle.Invented by woodworker Wayne Murray and perfected by former liturgical sculptor Tim Bergren, each Fence Post Wood Duck is created from a genuine, juniper fence post recycled from early American West ranches.Part historical artifact, part original work of art, a portion of each duck remains unfinished to reveal the quality, history, and texture of the original wood post set against the smooth, polished wood of the sculptural portion.The juniper fence post wood (cedar) is naturally insect-repellent and weather-resistantPieces vary in color from deep red wood to honey-gold and blonde The Fence Post Duck sculptures were born out of the artists'' desire "to create something new from something that holds so much history" and make a striking accent piece as well as a fascinating conversation starter.