- King Of The Hill -
Original Carving Date: 2001 - Release Date: 2/1/2002
Limited Edition
Artist: Peter Calvesbert - Signed
Made in UK
1.875" wide, 2.5" long and 3" tall
Somewhat resembling an armadillo, the pangolin is
a tree-dwelling mammal covered with scales. Like the armadillo,
the pangolin rolls itself into a tight ball to defend against predators.
The pangolin spends its days eating termites with its
ten-inch long tongue. On this figurine, one of the termites waves
a white flag in surrender. Also found on the mound is “No. 8,” which
Peter Calvesbert chose at random for the termites’ house number.
On the interior is the queen termite surrounded by
a few of her many youngsters. The numbers “36K” and “50” refer to
the queen’s ability to lay up to 36,000 eggs a day each day for 50 years.
She has a book of baby names to aid her in
naming that huge brood. Peter’s signature mouse is
located in the bend of the pangolin’s tail.
Photos are of the actual piece you will receive.