Gallery Ten

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Cheek pullers

There is a variety of possible explanations for the image of a cheek puller or mouth puller. It has been written that cheek pulling was a popular pastime in medieval Europe, existing into modern times. The extended tongue was believed to ward off evil!

Some other accounts offer a more sinister explanation attributing the image to be one born by gluttony.

No matter what the actual meaning is, cheek pullers offer an intriguing and fanciful addition to your garden. Although not specifically designed as a bird house, a cheek puller can be easily made to accommodate birds upon request.

 The size range is approximately 15"-16" tall by 12" wide by 8"-9" deep. Size will vary.

Cheek pullers and Corbels are not number coded since each one is made to be different; I rarely repeat a design. If specific identification is important for reference, the item may be noted by row and column.

Corbels

Corbels are simply a derivation of the cheek puller. Plain corbels are made as wall hung supports for potted plants or other favorite decorations for your garden or patio.

Although most of the corbels I have made are primarily "trollish" types, other critters can be adapted to the corbel style. Dimensions are approximately the same as the dimensions of cheek pullers.

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