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Nick's Wood Carving House

Wooden Whale Shark Automaton

Regular price
$245.00
Regular price
$365.00
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$245.00
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Design

🎄Order now for delivery before Christmas! 

Bring the Ocean to Life! 

Our original wooden whale shark automaton was successfully funded on Kickstarter, with over 1,000 backers supporting our project!

Now available on Etsy, this handcrafted kinetic sculpture brings the graceful swimming motion of a whale shark to life.

Carefully crafted from beechwood with a walnut base, it features a smooth mechanical movement powered by a built-in rechargeable battery with USB-C charging.

Product Details:
Size: 26 × 11 × 17 cm
Materials: Beechwood, walnut & brass
USB-C rechargeable battery
Smooth, lifelike swimming motion

A unique piece of moving art, perfect for ocean lovers, collectors, and anyone who appreciates craftsmanship.

Original design by Nick's Wood Art Studio

Shipping information
  • Christmas Delivery: Order now to receive your item before Christmas!
  • Free shipping to most countries worldwide.
  • Delivery times may vary slightly for remote areas.
  • Questions? We're always happy to help.
Gift wrapping included

Every order is beautifully gift wrapped at no extra cost, making it perfect for gifting.

30-Day Returns & Exchanges

We offer a 30-day return and exchange policy for your peace of mind. To be eligible, items must be returned in their original, unused, and undamaged condition. Customers are responsible for return shipping costs.

1-Year Warranty

All products are backed by a 1-year warranty. If your item develops a manufacturing defect or quality issue during the warranty period, we will provide a replacement free of charge.

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    What Clients Are Saying

    A small masterpiece that looks great on our decorative wall in the living room. The long journey was worth it, definitely recommended! :-)

    Daniela Geinitz

    I got this little clockwork sculpture for my son's 29th birthday. He and his wife have a golden dog that looks a lot like this one, and I know they'll both love it. It's such a jaunty little guy, the way he trots along as you turn the crank. The crank is not attached, and you will need a tiny hex wrench to turn the tiny set-screw to hold it on. The right rear leg also kept falling off at first, but it's easy to see how it attaches, and it's staying on now. Although the box is very rustic, the little dog is beautifully carved and finished. I'm sure this will become a valued family heirloom.

    Susan Voss

    Both are wonderful works of art! A change to my order was responded to immediately. I love it

    Nicole Schulz

    Wonderful piece. So delicate, yet so evocative. You look at it for a few seconds and you tend to forget this is "merely" an automaton. The graceful movement and delicate sound... it's just magical. And such a perfect birthday gift that came all the way from Australia. Thank you!

    Naty Schwartz

    Superbly packaged. I'm very satisfied. I wanted to take a look first, but will now order two other things.

    Julian Behrendt

    My dad loved it! High quality and great movement.

    Brooke Ojala

    Not only is this a masterpiece - it is wonderful to watch the movement and calminf to the soul. Thank you so so much! Superb craftmanship and delivery included … 🥰

    Parthena Intze

    It’s so beautiful and relaxing🖤✨🖤✨🖤

    Stefan Lengyel

    I purchased this as a gift for my wife. It's an absolutely delightful creation. She is thrilled! It's beautifully made and was shipped and packed very well. The fluid movement action of the Manta ray is borderline hypnotic. Thank you.

    Kyle Perry

    Absolutely stunning…I was blown away and it is way beyond my expectations. Perfect!!! I will definitely be back to the shop again!

    Mark Sanders

    A wonderful handmade piece

    Salvador Grosso Garcia