Wishstone DÓCHAS Hope irish bog oak 5600 years old bog oak The solitary bird points its

The solitary bird points its bill skywards to disguise itself among the reeds where it nests

These human forms reflect occasions in our lives that are hugely important

Captured in Irish bog oak to represent the best of old Ireland

The piece is designed to reflect the golf swing in a spiral form

The sea and wind drove the ship at will until Brendan reached the new land

Wishstone DÓCHAS Hope irish bog oak 5600 years old bog oak The solitary bird points itsThe wishstone story comes from an ancient tradition of tossing a stone three times while crossing a stone wall and making a wish. Five magical trees were believed to protect Ireland; three ash, an oak and a yew. In ancient times the yew tree was connected with wisdom and rebirth. The ancient oak was associated with strength and endurance. This ancient wood has been lovingly and carefully carved to release the natural form and etched with a message for