Signed 1994 Cairn Studio Gnome Den Mother #5246 by Tom Clark Edition #43

Artist Clark gave us this Den Mother story: "(January, 1994) It's true that time flies when you're having fun -- just ask this busy and dedicated Wood spirit Den Mother. It seems like only minutes ago she opened the Den Box that holds the supplies, crafts, tools, games, etc. for her Cub Scouts. Already it's time to pass out the cookies she baked and to say good-bye until the next pack meeting. Her sleeves are quite wrinkled for her arms are in constant motion. Making kites and birdhouses are two of the boys' favorite projects, but all Den Leaders know that Scouting means building dreams as well as things. The Den Mother wears the US flag emblem and Scouting insignia on her uniform and her Cub Scout pin on her hat. Over her left pocket is the World Scout Crest Emblem, worn by all members of Scouting as a symbol of world brotherhood. On the base, you'll see a neckerchief slide showing the Wolf insignia and a coin with the Cub Scout Promise. I decorated my statue with lots of acorns and leaves because Cub Scouts like the out-of-doors. The Den Mother does her best to help her Cub Scouts live up to the Cub Scout Motto. Do Your Best." Released October 1, 1995 by Cairn Studios, and retired March 31, 1998. Our Den Mother is #43 of model #5246. She measures 9" tall by 5.5" in diameter In excellent /like new vintage condition