Description
This wooden arch plaque carries a lively illustration of a Cornish pixie, a winged, sharp-eared creature caught mid-leap with a grin full of mischief. The gold arch frame rises to a pointed peak around a clear panel printed in soft greys, with fern fronds curling up from the base and small gold quatrefoil motifs around the pixie. Across the top it reads "Cornish Pixie", with two field-guide notes beneath: "Mostly found in Cornwall, England", and a warning that this mischievous beast delights in tricks and jokes and has been known to seize humans by the ears and deposit them at the top of trees and buildings. It measures 13.5cm across and 1cm deep.
It hangs from a fine chain on a hook or picture nail. At 13.5cm across it suits a spot where a large frame would crowd things: a bedroom wall, the side of a bookcase, a study door or a narrow stretch of hallway. Grouped with botanical prints, it gives a corner the look of an old natural history cabinet. On its own it is a cheerful talking point with a tall tale printed right on it. The pointed arch and fern detail sit happily in a cottage-style room or a cosy reading nook.
The wooden frame has a gold finish and a slim 1cm depth, so the plaque sits close to the wall rather than jutting out. Looking after it is simple: dust the frame and panel with a soft, dry cloth, and keep it away from damp spots such as a steamy bathroom. We like it at eye level, where the small print can be read, or let it hang beside a trailing plant for a woodland note. Wrapped in tissue, it makes a charming small present for someone whose home could use a little mischief.
Specification
| Material |
Wood |
| Colour |
Gold & Clear |
| Width |
13.5cm |
| Depth |
1cm |
| Weight |
0.147kg |
Frequently Asked
How big is the Cornish pixie plaque?
It measures 13.5cm across and 1cm deep. That compact size suits a smaller wall, a door or the side of a bookcase.
How does the plaque hang?
It hangs from a fine chain attached at either side of the arch, so a single hook or picture nail is all it needs.
What is the plaque made of?
The frame is wooden with a gold finish. It holds a clear panel printed with the pixie illustration and fern detail.
What words are printed on the plaque?
It reads "Cornish Pixie" and "Mostly found in Cornwall, England". It also carries a warning that this mischievous beast likes to seize humans by the ears and leave them at the top of trees and buildings.
How should I look after it?
Dust the frame and panel gently with a soft, dry cloth. Keep the plaque away from damp spots such as a steamy bathroom so it stays in good order.