Description
This standing MDF plaque is cut in the outline of a startled, wide-eyed chick, its feathers sticking out in every direction as if it has just heard some surprising news. The chick is printed in warm orange and yellow tones with fine, sketchy strokes picking out every fluffy tuft, and it stands on its own two spindly legs on top of a chunky white block. Across the front of that block sits a raised pale yellow panel printed with the words 'spring chicken' in a relaxed, flowing script. It measures 13.2cm tall, 8.2cm wide and 2.6cm deep, so it is small enough to tuck in almost anywhere while still catching the eye.
Because the base is broad and flat, the plaque needs no hook, nail or wall space: it simply stands wherever you set it down. We like it on a bookshelf, a desk, a mantelpiece or a windowsill, where that baffled little face can surprise whoever passes. The printed words make it a cheerful choice for brightening a room as the days start to lengthen, and its size suits a crowded shelf as well as a bare one. As a small gift it brings a smile without any fuss, and it is easy to hand over alongside a card or a bunch of flowers.
The chick and its base are made from MDF, a smooth, dense board that holds a crisp cut-out outline well. The chick's feet sit down into the top of the block, and the back of the piece is left plain in a soft off-white, so it looks tidy from behind on an open shelf. To keep it looking its best, dust it with a soft dry cloth and keep it away from damp and steam. For a cheerful little scene, stand it beside a jug of daffodils or a stack of favourite books, and let that startled expression do the rest.
Specification
| Material |
MDF |
| Colour |
Yellow & White |
| Height |
13.2cm |
| Width |
8.2cm |
| Depth |
2.6cm |
| Weight |
0.076kg |
Frequently Asked
How big is the spring chicken plaque?
It stands 13.2cm tall, 8.2cm wide and 2.6cm deep, a neat size for a shelf, desk, mantelpiece or windowsill.
Does it need to be hung on a wall?
No. It is a freestanding plaque on a flat white block base, so it simply stands on any level surface without hooks or fixings.
What is the plaque made of?
Both the cut-out chick and the block base are made from MDF. The chick is printed on the front and the back is left plain off-white.
What colours is it?
The chick is printed in warm orange and yellow. It stands on a white base with a pale yellow panel carrying the words in dark script.
What does the panel on the front say?
The raised panel on the front of the base reads 'spring chicken' in a relaxed, flowing script, written all in lower-case letters.
How should I look after it?
Dust it gently with a soft dry cloth and keep it away from damp and steam, which is good general practice for MDF pieces.