{"product_id":"willow-tree-hand-painted-angel-figure-a-tree-a-prayer-5-5-cream-wire-wings-prayerful-pose","title":"Willow Tree hand-painted angel figure — A Tree, a Prayer (5.5\" cream) — wire wings, prayerful pose","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWillow Tree a Tree, a Prayer is a 5.5-inch hand-painted resin angel figure with wire wings and a prayerful pose, created to offer comfort and mark spiritual milestones.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis sculpted ornament, designed and originally hand-carved by artist Susan Lordi, blends simple form with heartfelt sentiment. The cream dress, carved tree motif and gentle wire wings make it a quietly expressive piece for display, remembrance, or gifting. It arrives in a fitted box and includes an enclosure card reading “May you find strength, beauty and peace each day,” making it ready for giving at baptisms, communions, confirmations, holidays or as a keepsake for someone in need of encouragement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow is this Willow Tree figure made and finished?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach Willow Tree piece begins as a hand carving by Susan Lordi in Kansas City, then is cast in resin and hand-painted to preserve the artist’s original texture and feeling. The figure’s neutral palette and tactile surface are intentional, designed to evoke quiet reflection rather than intricate detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOriginal work hand-carved by the artist Susan Lordi\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCasting in durable resin maintains the carved texture\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHand-painted finish for subtle, lasting coloration\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWire wings attached to enhance silhouette and visual lightness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat features make it appropriate for spiritual milestones and memorials?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe angel’s posture—hands held in prayer—and the carved tree motif combine symbolic imagery with a peaceful aesthetic that suits religious or commemorative settings. The included enclosure card provides a thoughtful message, while the compact size fits easily into tabletop displays, memory corners, or Nativity arrangements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePrayerful pose conveys reverence without religious specificity\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTree carving symbolizes growth, strength, and continuity\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEnclosure card contains a supportive message for recipients\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompact 5.5\" height fits mantels, shelves, and altars\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should I care for and display this sculpted angel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the figure dust-free with gentle cleaning to preserve the hand-painted finish and carved texture. It’s designed for indoor display on shelves, tabletops, mantels, or within a curated memorial or seasonal arrangement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDust with a soft brush or cloth—avoid water or abrasive cleaners\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePlace away from direct sunlight to prevent color fading\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSuitable for grouped displays or as a single focal keepsake\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eComes in a fitted box for safe storage or shipping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy choose this piece as a gift instead of a card or flowers?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Willow Tree sculpture offers a lasting, tangible reminder of care that endures beyond transient gifts. Its handcrafted origin and meaningful inscription create a personal keepsake recipients can revisit across years and occasions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGives a durable, displayable memory rather than something perishable\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eArtist-created, limited-feel design conveys thoughtfulness\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFitted gift box and enclosure card make presentation simple\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAppropriate for religious and secular contexts alike\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for: This Willow Tree a Tree, a Prayer figure is ideal for anyone seeking a gentle, handcrafted keepsake—family members commemorating baptisms or confirmations, friends offering comfort during difficult times, or collectors of Susan Lordi’s work. It suits those who prefer subtle, symbolic artwork that fits easily into home décor and meaningful displays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What size is the Willow Tree a Tree, a Prayer figure?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: The figure stands 5.5 inches tall, an easy fit for shelves, mantels, and tabletop displays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Is the figure hand-painted and is it durable?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes—cast from Susan Lordi’s original carving and hand-painted; resin casting makes it sturdy for indoor display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Willow Tree","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49211435155675,"sku":"B000XTAK8K","price":48.34,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0845\/1188\/3483\/files\/willow-tree-front-packaging_0d0b2737-9855-4b1f-af93-aa0acab6eb75.jpg?v=1788294048","url":"https:\/\/homelypantry.co.uk\/products\/willow-tree-hand-painted-angel-figure-a-tree-a-prayer-5-5-cream-wire-wings-prayerful-pose","provider":"The Homely Pantry","version":"1.0","type":"link"}