Vintage Gerd Untermann Rare Crane Wood Sculpture MCM Cryptomeria Japanese Sugi

Beautiful wooden crane carving by the beloved late Canadian artist Gerd Untermann, circa 1960s-70s. Hand-carved from a single piece of soft cedar (possibly Japanese cedar/sugi). It has incredible texture that follows the natural grain of the wood, with visible knots like biomorphic forms. This crane is one of his most elegant animal designs and is highly collectible, particularly sought after by Canadian art collectors. In excellent vintage condition with minor surface marks/scratches (no notable flaws). Artist signed “Gerd Canada” on the bottom. Measures 17” tall x 2.5” wide x 1.5” deep