Catch a Blessing Figurine (Boy)
- 7.5 inches
- African American Angel
- Resin
- Limited Edition
- African American Figurine
A cute and adorable African American angelic figurine designed by master artisan Thomas Blackshear.
It depicts a "little pilot", a baby male African American angel sitting on a cloud with a fishing pole with a star at the end of the fishing hook. The star is symbolic of a "blessing" and the fishing pole is symbolic of "his search".
A blessing is said to be a favor or gift bestowed by GOD, thereby bringing happiness or the invoking of the Heavenly Father's favor upon a person. Some text also says it is the Lord's favor, wisdom, protection, abundance, ability, grace, joy, freedom, peace - all resting upon you and whatever you put your hand to.
This beautiful limited resin figurine measures 7.5 inches (Height) x 4.25 inches (Diameter). Ships with Certificate of Authenticity from the artist. A new series from the hands of Thomas Blackshear entitled the "Little Pilot Series".
"Those Blessings are Sweetest that are Won with Prayer and Word with Thanks"
Edition | Limited Edition |
Height | 7.5 inches |
Length | 4.25 inches |
Medium | Resin |
Signed | Unsigned |
SKU | FLPF03 |
Width | 4.25 inches |
Thomas Blackshear
Artist Thomas Blackshear II, the son of an air force captain, was born in Waco, Texas, and grew up in Atlanta, Georgia. "Drawing was all I ever liked to do," says Blackshear. "While all the other guys were playing baseball or basketball, I was in my house, drawing." Thomas Blackshear pursued an interest in art throughout high school, securing a scholarship to the Institute of Art in Chicago. After a year there, he transferred to the nearby Academy of Art on another scholarship. While finishing his college education, he was recruited by Hallmark Cards. Thomas Blackshear and his wife, Ami, now live in Colorado. A much-honored painter, Blackshear has received many awards, including the Society of Illustrators's coveted Gold Metal. His highly awarded work also appeared in the Society of Illustrators Annuals and Outstanding American Illustrators Today, Volume Two.Most in stock items ship in 0 to 5 business depending upon the shipping method selected during checkout. Large framed artwork requires an additional 1 to 5 days of processing time to allow for framing. All orders over $250 ship signature required. Pre-Orders, identified by a “Reserve Now” checkout button, can take 3 to 14 business days to process and ship. If there is an issue with your order we will notify you with 1 to 2 business days. For additional information please visit our: Shipping Policy