Wishstone DÚSHLÁN Challenge Irish bog oak 5600 ears old bog oak This lovely carving can be

This lovely carving can be created in bog oak or bog yew (shown here in bog yew)

Its lonely cry is no longer a common sound throughout Ireland

resonant of deep reflection and contemplation

42cm high X 21cm wide

this sculpture depicts the pose of two of our tall herons coming together to share their time with each other

Wishstone DÚSHLÁN Challenge Irish bog oak 5600 ears old bog oak This lovely carving can beThe wishstone story comes from an ancient tradition of tossing a stone three times while crossing a stone wall and making a wish. Five magical trees were believed to protect Ireland; three ash, an oak and a yew. In ancient times the yew tree was connected with wisdom and rebirth. The ancient oak was associated with strength and endurance. This ancient wood has been lovingly and carefully carved to release the natural form and etched with a message for