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DAVID ALLEN Walking Sticks Collection of Michael Sartisky, Ph.D. left: 2.5"L x 6"D 1994, Hickory center: 3.7"L x 3"D 1987, Hickory right: 3.1"L x 5"D 1988, Hickory b. 1925, Claiborne Parish, Louisiana David Allen is an African-American walking-stick carver from Homer, Louisiana. Allen’s craft derives from the traditional southern pastime of whittling and wood carving. His carving style and designs exhibit singular forms and innovative techniques that have propelled him from relative obscurity in rural North Louisiana to recognition on both a regional and national level. His carved cane shafts show improvisations through a variety of complex spirals, stripes, diamonds, and floral designs. Motifs appearing on his early cane handles include the heads of men, animals, elements of popular culture, and snakes that are naturally prominent in his rural surroundings. SR ART IN CONTEMPORARY LOUISIANA 211  http://www.knowla.org/entry.php?rec=1205 http://www.knowla.org/entry.php?rec=1205

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