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With its vibrant red head and distinctive black-and-white pattern, this tile makes an unforgettable statement whether displayed solo or as part of a curated collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"A red-headed woodpecker really knows how to use its head.\"\u003c\/em\u003e — Charley Harper\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Fascinating Red-Headed Woodpecker\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis remarkable bird is nature's ultimate percussionist, striking trees at 100 strokes per minute with 1000 times the force of gravity. Thanks to specialized shock-absorbing anatomy in its skull, this avian \"headbanger\" puts any rock concert drummer to shame. Harper's artistic genius captures both the bird's striking visual pattern and its incredible engineering in one compelling design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIconic Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Features Harper's beloved \"Headbanger\" woodpecker from his celebrated print series\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArtistic Heritage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Based on original work by renowned American Modernist Charley Harper (1922-2007)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMuseum-Quality Craftsmanship:\u003c\/strong\u003e Handmade by skilled artisans in Ann Arbor, Michigan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGift-Worthy:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perfect conversation starter with serious gift-giving credentials\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReady to Display:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built-in hanging notch for effortless wall mounting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 3⅞\" x 7⅞\" (handmade variations up to 1\/16\" possible)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5\/8\" for substantial presence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-fired ceramic with hand-applied polychrome glazes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMounting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Integrated hanging notch on reverse\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Handcrafted in Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Artist \u0026amp; Design\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCharley Harper (1922-2007) was a master of \"minimal realism,\" distilling complex wildlife subjects into bold geometric forms and vibrant color planes. His red-headed woodpecker design celebrates both the bird's striking appearance and its remarkable abilities, creating art that's both scientifically inspired and visually stunning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMotawi Quality Promise\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach Motawi tile represents the marriage of fine art and functional design. Hand-glazed using time-honored techniques, these tiles showcase nuanced color depth and translucence that only comes from artisan craftsmanship. 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