{"product_id":"organic-indoor-outdoor-shou-sugi-ban-totem-97-made-to-order","title":"Organic Indoor\/Outdoor Shou Sugi Ban Totem #97 (Made-to-Order)","description":"\u003cp\u003eTotem in Shou Sugi Ban, Linseed Oil, and Marine Varnish finish, based on 4x4 Douglas Fir blank. As pictured, this version stands roughly 60” tall on its 12x12x1\/2 steel plate base, and features a dramatic halo feature at its peak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarved construction, arrived through use of a variety of power and hand saws and grinders. Sanded then treated with live flame. The Shou Sugi Ban treatment and Linseed Oil finish ensure weatherproof, bug-proof lifespan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWill offer free, in-person delivery and placement for addresses within 3 hours of DC, with additional nominal fees for greater travel distances. Will offer free, in-person delivery and installation for addresses within 2 hours of DC, with additional nominal fees for greater travel distances. (Note: I have undertaken delivery and installations as far from DC as California. Any buyer wishing to discuss this kind of delivery\/installation service is welcome to reach out to discuss such options.) This made-to-order sculpture can otherwise be safely and effectively shipped in two boxes, one tube for the threaded rod and individual blocks and a second box for the steel plate base, hardware, and detailed assembly and installation instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA note about Made-to-Order pieces. The concept of offering an item as “Made-to-Order” is to confirm that a specific piece described in a made-to-order listing has been sold but can readily be duplicated and issued under a new totem number. Pieces that are made-to-order are essentially commissioned sculptures that will closely adhere to the general size and style of the original piece. The best way to pursue a Made-to-Order totem is to reach out and express an interest in a particular design. I will then create a rough drawing and project proposal for your review and approval. Once I begin a commissioned piece, I send photos of the sculpture in various stages of progress. Payment for made-to-order items will occur once the piece is complete and a special listing has been created for check out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhy My Totems Are Numbered and Not Named: \u003cbr\u003eTotemic structures, arising independently across a myriad of civilizations and histories, are ancient and aspirational expressions. They were, I firmly believe, originally conceived to bring comfort and provide direction—both literally and figuratively—and to invite people to gather around a common center, triggering very personal and primal emotions. As such, my sense is that they tend to speak for themselves and derive no benefit from the application of any leading verbal cue or title.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"8801 Sculpture Werks","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45469331488854,"sku":null,"price":1200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0562\/9974\/9462\/files\/37786626-2DC8-43EA-9563-F29F9C45465A.jpg?v=1785439466","url":"https:\/\/8801sculpturewerks.com\/products\/organic-indoor-outdoor-shou-sugi-ban-totem-97-made-to-order","provider":"8801 Sculpture Werks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}