Olivewood Giraffe: 48 inch lotus petal The double-strength glass is framed

The double-strength glass is framed with a quality knotty cherry wood frame

the natural colors of the capiz come through as tans and browns underneath the paint

creating a visual symphony that speaks to both style and substance

David Scheirer

Olivewood Giraffe: 48 inch lotus petal The double-strength glass is framedGiraffes are known throughout Africa for their natural curiosity. Twiza is the name for giraffe in the language of the Shona people of Zimbabwe. An old African folktale tells of God speaking to his newly created animals as to their purpose on earth. As God spoke to Twiza, she stretched her neck to heaven to hear more clearly. God was pleased and gave her a long, elegant neck so she could reach the leaves of the tallest trees and as a sign to others