"The Hook-Handed Mate" Gasparilla Corner Person

Get ready to surrender the booty! Commemorate Tampa’s legendary Gasparilla Pirate Fest with this one-of-a-kind "Corner Person" created by renowned folk artist Su Griggs.

This handcrafted pirate is ready for a raid on Bayshore Boulevard. Sculpted with Su’s signature whimsical style, "The Hook-Handed Mate" features a raucous expression with a gold hoop earring and a bright red bandana wrapped around his head. A colorful macaw parrot rides securely on his left shoulder.

Standing on his signature tall, black-and-white striped bamboo legs, this pirate is dressed for adventure in a tan tunic with red puffy shoulders and a wide belt featuring a large buckle. His accessories are truly unique: gold chains, a silver horn or tooth talisman hanging from his belt, and a distinctive wire pirate hook on his right arm replacing his hand. His left arm ends in a spiraled natural twine hand.

Dimensions approximate

4" width x 24.5" height x 2" depth

Hand-sculpted Clay/Paper Mache, Wood (Body), Bamboo (Legs), Acrylic Paint, Gold Tone Metal Chains, Chenille Stems, Natural Twine, Wire (Hook), Fabric, Fringe Embellishments

For indoor display only. Dust gently with a soft cloth. Avoid moisture and direct sunlight to preserve texture and color.