The hand carved wooden preening curlew is Archipelago's Curlew Preening 2221, a wooden sculpture of the distinctive coastal wader. Its preening pose makes the ornament as much about the bird's behaviour as its recognisable identity, creating a specific wildlife subject rather than a general bird form. It is particularly apt for birdwatchers and admirers of coastal birds.

British design and innovation sit at the heart of Archipelago. From the first sketches to the final sculpture, its design team works directly with Fair Trade skilled carvers and sculptors, carefully managing the creative process. The curlew is made from sustainable wood, giving the carving the authentic and highly individual character associated with Archipelago's wildlife pieces.

Each curlew is carved and painted by hand, ensuring that every sculpture is unique. The variations that result are part of its appeal, allowing the same distinctive preening subject to carry an individual character from one piece to the next. It makes a thoughtful present for a birdwatcher, a collector of wildlife carvings or someone with a particular fondness for coastal waders.