Collectible Figurines * | Excellent Jim Shore Heartwood Creek Football Player Figurine, 7-Inch

The Unmistakable “Heartcrafted” Style Of Jim Shore’S Heartwood Creek Collection Captures The Essence Of Traditional Themes And Motifs Of American And European Folk Art. Each Piece Features A Variety Of Quilting Patterns And Colorful Combinations Making It Distinctly Special. The Artist, Jim Shore: “I Can’T Imagine Myself Ever Tiring Of This. The Variety Keeps Me Inspired And It’S Just Plain Fun To Look At!” Initially Jim Shore Pursued His Art When And Where He Could. Supporting His Young Family As An Engineer, He Honed His Skills As A Sculptor And Painter In His Spare Time. His Passion Was Always His Art, Which Ultimately Led To The Start Of His Own Company. Jim Has Also Perfected His Technique In Silver And Gold-Smithing, Wood Carving, Stained Glass, Furniture Making And Sculpting In Stone. But, It’S His Recollection Of Nostalgic Childhood Memories And His Deep Appreciation Of Handcrafted Quilt Patterns And Textures That Inspires Jim’S Works-Of-Art. The Magic Of Jim’S Design Style Is That It Can Be Partnered With A Variety Of Licensed Brands. His Partnerships With Disney , Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer And Boyds All Showcase The Traditional Characters And Icons In A Style That Can Only Be Achieved By Jim Shore. Each Piece Touches The Heart Of The Enthusiast Through Creativity And Nostalgia. Jim Celebrates The Origins Of America’S Favorite Team Sport With This 1920’S Era Football Player Complete With Leather Helmet. The Number 77 Belonged To 20’S And 30’S Football Icon Red Grange-Known As The “Galloping Ghost”. The Log Cabin Quilt Pattern Is Used On The Base.