{"product_id":"hand-painted-american-goldfinch-figurine-black-walnut-base","title":"Hand-Painted American Goldfinch Figurine | Solid Basswood Bird Sculpture on Black Walnut Base","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAmerican Goldfinch\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem\u003eSpinus tristis\u003c\/em\u003e) is one of North America's most beloved songbirds — celebrated for its brilliant lemon-yellow plumage, jet-black cap, and white-barred wings. This hand-painted basswood figurine captures every anatomical detail of the male in breeding plumage, mounted on a separate \u003cstrong\u003esolid black walnut display base\u003c\/strong\u003e that elevates it as a collector's piece or a premium nature-inspired gift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecies\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAmerican Goldfinch (\u003cem\u003eSpinus tristis\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBird Material\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSolid Basswood — fine-grain, sustainably sourced\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBase Material\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSolid Black Walnut — rich dark grain, separate piece\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCraftsmanship\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eArtisan Hand-Carved \u0026amp; Hand-Painted\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBird Dimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~4\"  H\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBase Dimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.5\" H\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNon-toxic, hand-applied paint — matte natural finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandcrafted — each piece is unique\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy the Black Walnut Base Matters\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack walnut is one of the most prized hardwoods in North American woodworking — known for its deep chocolate-brown grain, natural luster, and exceptional durability. Pairing the warm, pale basswood figurine against the dark walnut base creates a striking tonal contrast that makes this piece display-ready straight out of the box. No additional stand or frame needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientifically Accurate Detail:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-painted by skilled artisans to replicate the vivid yellow, sharp black cap, and white wing bars of the male American Goldfinch in breeding plumage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo Premium Woods, One Piece:\u003c\/strong\u003e Basswood figurine + black walnut base — a material pairing that elevates this beyond a typical bird figurine into a display-worthy collector's object.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEco-Conscious Craft:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% solid wood — no resin, no plastic. A responsible, natural alternative to mass-produced decor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile Display:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compact 2\" height fits desks, bookshelves, windowsills, and nature-themed mantelpieces without dominating the space.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeaningful Gift:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal for birdwatchers, birding enthusiasts, nature collectors, or as a traditional \u003cstrong\u003e5th (Wood) Anniversary\u003c\/strong\u003e gift.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCollector's Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBasswood is the wood of choice for master bird carvers — its fine, even grain allows for anatomical precision that coarser woods cannot achieve. The separate black walnut base is not a decorative afterthought; it is a deliberate design choice that grounds the piece and signals quality to any collector. Explore our full aviary in the \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/paintedbird.shop\/collections\/sculpted-hand-painted-birds\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHand-Painted Bird Collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDid You Know?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAccording to \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/ebird.org\/species\/amegfi\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eeBird\u003c\/a\u003e, the American Goldfinch is one of the latest-nesting birds in North America, waiting until mid-to-late summer when thistle and milkweed seeds are at peak abundance. It is also among the strictest avian vegetarians — eating almost exclusively seeds year-round.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFAQ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the black walnut base come attached?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo — the base is a separate piece, allowing you to display the figurine on the base or on its own. This also makes it easier to pack and ship without risk of damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it real wood?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The figurine is hand-carved from 100% solid basswood; the base is solid black walnut. No resin, no composites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I care for it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDust gently with a dry, soft microfiber cloth. Avoid water and chemical cleaners to preserve the hand-painted finish and the natural walnut grain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere can I see more species?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBrowse our full collection at the \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/paintedbird.shop\/collections\/sculpted-hand-painted-birds\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHand-Painted Bird Collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WOODEN ISLANDS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43170437103870,"sku":"PB-F-Goldfinch-F","price":35.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0620\/7012\/8894\/files\/hand-painted-american-goldfinch-basswood-figurine-walnut-base.png?v=1780386777","url":"https:\/\/paintedbird.shop\/en-ca\/products\/hand-painted-american-goldfinch-figurine-black-walnut-base","provider":"PAINTEDBIRD.SHOP","version":"1.0","type":"link"}