Charley Harper 8x8 Birch Bark & Birds Handcrafted Tile

Transform Your Space with Mid-Century Wildlife Art

Bring the beauty of nature indoors with this stunning handcrafted tile featuring Charley Harper's beloved "Birch Bark & Birds" design. Originally painted in 2005, this captivating piece showcases three playful nuthatches dancing among geometric birch trees—a perfect example of Harper's signature "minimal realist" style.

Key Features

Authentic Charley Harper Design

• Based on celebrated wildlife artist Charley Harper's original 2005 painting
• Features three colorful nuthatches in a stylized birch forest setting
• Embodies Harper's unique minimal realist approach to nature art

Premium Handcrafted Quality

• Made by hand with heart in Ann Arbor, Michigan by Motawi Tileworks
• Actual size: Approximately 7⅞" x 7⅞" (dimensions may vary slightly up to 1/16" due to handcrafted nature)
• Substantial 5/8" thickness with hanging notch on back
• Time-honored hand-glazing methods create nuanced color depth and translucence

Versatile Display Options

• Perfect as individual wall art or part of a tile installation
• Ready to hang with built-in back notch
• Striking polychrome design works as both functional and decorative piece

About the Artist

Charley Harper (1922-2007) was a celebrated wildlife artist known for his distinctive geometric approach to depicting nature. His "minimal realist" philosophy captured the essence and energy of wildlife through bold, simplified forms and vibrant colors.

Why Choose Motawi Tileworks?

Each tile represents serious craftsmanship with bold heft that reveals the maker's skill. Motawi embraces natural variation and handmade beauty, ensuring no two tiles are exactly alike. These tiles are renowned for giving "serious cred in gift-giving circles" and make exceptional presents for art lovers and nature enthusiasts.

Perfect For:

• Mid-century modern home decor
• Wildlife and nature art collectors
• Unique gift giving
• Kitchen backsplashes or bathroom accents
• Gallery walls and art displays
• Charley Harper enthusiasts

Specifications:

• Size: Approximately 7⅞" x 7⅞"
• Thickness: 5/8"
• Material: Hand-glazed ceramic
• Hanging: Built-in notch for easy wall mounting
• Origin: Handmade in Ann Arbor, Michigan
• Style: Mid-century modern, minimal realist

Note: As each tile is individually handcrafted, slight variations in size and color are natural and add to the unique character of your piece.

Add this timeless piece of American wildlife art to your collection today. Each Motawi tile is a small masterpiece that celebrates both artistic vision and traditional craftsmanship.