{"product_id":"handcrafted-wooden-ocean-animal-mechanical-model","title":"Handcrafted Wooden Ocean Animal Mechanical Model","description":"\u003ch3 id=\"h:Bring-the-Calm-Rhythm-of-the-Ocean-Into-Your-Home\" class=\"page-anchor\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold\"\u003eBring the Calm Rhythm of the Ocean Into Your Home\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4 id=\"h:A-handcrafted-wooden-whale-shark-automaton-inspired-by-the-gentle-movement-of-the-ocean-s-largest-fish-\" class=\"page-anchor\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold\"\u003eA handcrafted wooden whale shark automaton inspired by the gentle movement of the ocean's largest fish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1013\/7350\/9998\/files\/463cc08a150c5b07ba64c7aeb7e96de1_original.webp?v=1787219113\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1013\/7350\/9998\/files\/726990688eba803935a289eb82d9012e_original.avif?v=1787219236\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1013\/7350\/9998\/files\/c7c525ea9c110c5c021c59b6a9e7e692_original.webp?v=1787219264\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold\"\u003eKnown for their peaceful nature and graceful movement, whale sharks are among the most fascinating creatures in the ocean.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold\"\u003eThis automaton captures their gentle rhythm in wood and motion, inviting you to pause, breathe, and reconnect with a calmer pace of life.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1013\/7350\/9998\/files\/94df8470f4394c5d3373973ab673c3ef_original_2e2e0fa3-d31b-4730-8ae3-4ca40c23d48d.webp?v=1787219257\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"h:Two-Sharks-One-Collection-\" class=\"page-anchor\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold\"\u003eTwo Sharks. One Collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4 id=\"h:Following-the-Whale-Shark-I-ve-created-a-brand-new-Hammerhead-Shark-Automaton-\" class=\"page-anchor\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold\"\u003eFollowing the Whale Shark, I've created a brand-new Hammerhead Shark Automaton.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhile sharing the same handcrafted wooden mechanism, each shark has its own distinctive body shape, markings, and character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose your favourite, or collect both and build your own growing ocean automata collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"h:Handcrafted-With-Care\" class=\"page-anchor\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold\"\u003eHandcrafted With Care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold\"\u003eFrom the first sketch to the final movement, every Whale Shark Automaton goes through a carefully crafted journey.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4 id=\"h:An-Idea-Takes-Shape\" class=\"page-anchor\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold\"\u003eAn Idea Takes Shape\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1013\/7350\/9998\/files\/1_f96a2bb5-1eac-4080-8110-0f533666811d.webp?v=1787220036\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4 id=\"h:From-Sketch-to-Wood\" class=\"page-anchor\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold\"\u003eFrom Sketch to Wood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1013\/7350\/9998\/files\/2.avif?v=1787220096\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4 id=\"h:Cutting\" class=\"page-anchor\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold\"\u003eCutting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1013\/7350\/9998\/files\/61.gif?v=1787220377\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1013\/7350\/9998\/files\/4_1aabc938-ecbc-40f0-8959-4608bec26029.webp?v=1787220156\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4 id=\"h:Hand-Carving\" class=\"page-anchor\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold\"\u003eHand Carving\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1013\/7350\/9998\/files\/5_6e43705c-c979-49ae-8a52-4a0085ea8f10.webp?v=1787220246\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4 id=\"h:Sanding\" class=\"page-anchor\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold\"\u003eSanding\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1013\/7350\/9998\/files\/62.gif?v=1787220803\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4 id=\"h:Connecting-the-Body-Segments\" class=\"page-anchor\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold\"\u003eConnecting the Body Segments\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1013\/7350\/9998\/files\/77.gif?v=1787221193\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4 id=\"h:Hand-painting\" class=\"page-anchor\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold\"\u003eHand painting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1013\/7350\/9998\/files\/8.webp?v=1787221253\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4 id=\"h:Every-Piece-Comes-Together\" class=\"page-anchor\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold\"\u003eEvery Piece Comes Together\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1013\/7350\/9998\/files\/9.avif?v=1787221285\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4 id=\"h:Fine-Tuning-the-Motion\" class=\"page-anchor\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold\"\u003eFine-Tuning the Motion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1013\/7350\/9998\/files\/10.webp?v=1787221320\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1013\/7350\/9998\/files\/11.webp?v=1787221323\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"h:A-Gift-That-Lasts\" class=\"page-anchor\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold\"\u003eA Gift That Lasts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMore than a wooden sculpture, it's a small reminder to slow down, reconnect with what matters, find a moment of calm in a busy world, and move through life at your own pace.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1013\/7350\/9998\/files\/1212.gif?v=1787221544\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4 id=\"h:Perfect-for-\" class=\"page-anchor\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold\"\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e• The\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold\"\u003eocean lover\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewho dreams of the sea\u003cbr\u003e• The\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold\"\u003ecollector\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewho appreciates handcrafted art and movement\u003cbr\u003e• The\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold\"\u003efriend\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewho already has everything\u003cbr\u003e• The\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold\"\u003efamily member\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewho deserves something truly meaningful\u003cbr\u003e•\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold\"\u003eAnyone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewho could use a little more calm, wonder, and inspiration in their daily life\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1013\/7350\/9998\/files\/1515.gif?v=1787222224\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4 id=\"h:-I-saw-this-and-thought-of-you-\" class=\"page-anchor\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold\"\u003e“I saw this and thought of you.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eInspired by the gentle spirit of the whale shark and brought to life through craftsmanship, it carries a sense of wonder, curiosity, and freedom that can be enjoyed, shared, and remembered for years to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether given as a gift or kept close to home, it becomes more than an object—it becomes a thoughtful gesture, a shared memory, and a lasting reminder that someone was thinking of you.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"h:Gift-Ready-Packaging\" class=\"page-anchor\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold\"\u003eGift-Ready Packaging\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery Whale Shark Automaton arrives carefully packaged and ready to be gifted.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether it's for a loved one, a friend, or yourself, it's designed to create a memorable unboxing experience from the very first moment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"h:Specifications\" class=\"page-anchor\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4 id=\"h:Materials\" class=\"page-anchor\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold\"\u003eMaterials\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eSelected to highlight the warmth of wood, the elegance of movement, and the timeless character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold\"\u003eBasswood Body • Walnut Base • Ebony Gears \u0026amp; Details • Brass Components\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4 id=\"h:Dimensions\" class=\"page-anchor\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eLarge enough to be admired, compact enough for everyday spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold\"\u003eWhale Shark: 26 × 11 × 17 cm (10.2 × 4.3 × 6.7 in)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold\"\u003eHammerhead Shark: 26 × 12 × 18 cm (10.2 × 4.7 × 7.1 in)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold\"\u003eManta Ray: 26 × 24 × 24 cm (10.2 × 9.4 × 9.4 in)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4 id=\"h:Power-Charging\" class=\"page-anchor\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold\"\u003ePower \u0026amp; Charging\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003ePowered by a rechargeable battery and conveniently charged via USB-C.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eQuiet motor operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCharging cable included.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"h:About-Us\" class=\"page-anchor\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold\"\u003eAbout Us\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eHi, I'm Nick (Fanlin), designer and founder of Nick's Wood Art Studio. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFounded in Tasmania, Australia in 2023 and now based in Melbourne, we have delivered over 2,000 handcrafted pieces to customers around the world through our online shops and direct sales.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInspired by nature, movement, and the ocean, we create wooden automata and kinetic sculptures that celebrate craftsmanship and bring motion to life.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBehind each piece is a small team of designers, experienced woodcarvers, and skilled artisans who share a passion for creating objects that spark wonder, inspire connection, and bring a sense of calm to everyday spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4 id=\"h:The-Story-Behind-the-Whale-Shark-Automaton\" class=\"page-anchor\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold\"\u003eThe Story Behind the Whale Shark Automaton\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe inspiration for this piece began several years ago during a trip to Western Australia, where I had the opportunity to encounter whale sharks in their natural habitat.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eKnown for the annual whale shark aggregation at Ningaloo Reef, Western Australia is one of the world's most remarkable places to witness these gentle giants. Watching them move slowly and gracefully through the water was a moment I never forgot. That peaceful feeling ultimately inspired the creation of this automaton.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"mysite","offers":[{"title":"Whale Shark","offer_id":51255444766887,"sku":null,"price":34.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Hammerhead Shark","offer_id":51255444799655,"sku":null,"price":34.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Manta Ray","offer_id":51255444832423,"sku":null,"price":34.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0757\/3962\/7687\/files\/ChatGPTImage2026_8_20_17_37_26.png?v=1787589389","url":"https:\/\/www.ixianglian.com\/fr\/products\/handcrafted-wooden-ocean-animal-mechanical-model","provider":"ixianglian","version":"1.0","type":"link"}