The Drifting Whale — Wooden Whale Automaton

Name: The Drifting Whale — Wooden Whale Automaton
Brand: Wilderturn
Price: 129.0 USD
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A walnut whale seems to drift above the turning rhythm beneath it. The Drifting Whale is a wooden whale automaton that brings an ocean-inspired scene to a favorite desk or shelf. Choose a version with music or without it, and leave a little room to watch the movement unfold.

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Materials: Walnut
Dimensions: 9.4 × 10.2 × 9.4 in (24 × 26 × 24 cm)
Power & included items: 400 mAh rechargeable battery; USB-C cable included. Choose a version with or without music.
Weight: Approx. 13.6 oz (386 g)
Care: Keep the fins and mechanism clear. Dust with a soft brush and avoid water or prolonged direct sunlight.

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Processing: 1–3 business days. Estimated delivery: 6–14 business days after dispatch. Free tracked shipping. See our shipping policy for details.

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The Drifting Whale — Wooden Whale Automaton

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THE ART OF TAKING TIME

NATURAL WOOD HANDWORK INDIVIDUAL CHARACTER

IN PRAISE OF HANDWORK

A closer look at the craft.

Handcrafted.
Naturally individual.

Before it becomes a little wonder, it passes through patient hands.

Rooted in the care of traditional woodwork, each piece is hand-finished and individually assembled. An edge is smoothed. A small detail is fitted. The character of the wood stays in the finished work.

One design. A character all its own.

No two pieces of natural wood share exactly the same grain. Subtle shifts in pattern and tone make your piece individual, while its shape and function follow the design you choose.

01THE WOOD

Begin with its character.

Grain, tone, and the way the light catches an edge give natural wood its own quiet presence.

02THE HANDS

Care lives in the details.

Hand finishing and individual assembly bring separate wooden parts together into a piece worth looking at closely.

03THE TIME

A little patience, made visible.

One piece at a time. Time spent on the small details becomes part of the object you keep.

A NOTE ON MAKING

Good handwork takes time.

MADE WITH PATIENCE

Finishing and assembling a piece by hand takes time. For your order, follow the product-specific processing and delivery details below; any additional making time for made-to-order work is stated separately.

Woodworking imagery for illustration · Ono Kosuki & Daniel Reche / Pexels.

A LITTLE WONDER, WITH SOMEONE IN MIND

A little ocean, in the room.

The Drifting Whale turns an everyday surface into a place to pause and look. The form is familiar, the material warm, and the motion a small surprise every time someone notices it.

For a heart that belongs to the sea

Walnut character

natural grain and color vary from one sculpture to the next.

Music is your choice

select the with-music or without-music version before adding it to your bag.

USB-C rechargeable

the 400 mAh battery can be recharged with the included cable.

THE PLEASURE OF A PAUSE

Find your way back to the sea.

Drifting movement
Natural walnut
Your choice of music

Let your eye follow the whale, then the grain beneath it. A familiar ocean form and the warmth of walnut make a restful-looking focal point for a room where you like to pause.

MAKE IT A SMALL RITUAL

Choose a place within easy view and leave the mechanism clear. Select the version with music if you enjoy that extra element; the version without music still has a moving mechanism.

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THE MOTION STUDIO

Some things are better seen in motion.

A closer view. A little movement. Time to find your favorite piece.

Product film. Finish and size may differ from your selected variant; compare the gallery before ordering.

MADE TO REWARD A CLOSER LOOK

Walnut with a rhythm of its own.

A visible mechanism supports the whale’s movement. The wood grain gives every piece a slightly different surface, so it has something to offer even between performances.

Walnut. Natural grain and color vary from piece to piece.

GIVE THEM SOMETHING THAT FEELS LIKE THEM

For a heart that belongs to the sea.

For ocean lovers, a new home, or a birthday gift that says you noticed what makes them happy.

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KNOW YOUR LITTLE WONDER

The practical details.

Check the size, power source, and selected variant before making it theirs.

Materials: Walnut
Dimensions: 9.4 × 10.2 × 9.4 in (24 × 26 × 24 cm)
Power & included items: 400 mAh rechargeable battery; USB-C cable included. Choose a version with or without music.
Weight: Approx. 13.6 oz (386 g)
Delivery: Processing: 1–3 business days. Estimated delivery: 6–14 business days after dispatch. Free tracked shipping. See our shipping policy for details.

Find its place.

Choose a stable indoor surface and leave room for the moving parts.

Follow the setup.

400 mAh rechargeable battery; USB-C cable included. Choose a version with or without music.

Keep it close.

Keep the fins and mechanism clear. Dust with a soft brush and avoid water or prolonged direct sunlight.

A FEW THINGS WORTH KNOWING

Before you make it theirs.

Does every whale play music?

No. With Music and Without Music are separate variants. Choose the version you want in the product selector.

How much display space does it need?

9.4 × 10.2 × 9.4 in (24 × 26 × 24 cm) Allow additional clear space around the moving parts.

Where should I display the whale?

Choose a stable indoor surface with clear space around the fins and mechanism. Keep the sculpture away from water and prolonged direct sunlight, and dust gently with a soft brush.

Will my piece look exactly like the photos?

Natural wood has variations in grain and color. The selected finish or size determines your version; the gallery may show more than one variant.

Is this a toy?

This is decorative wood art with delicate details. Keep it out of reach of young children and follow the included setup instructions.

What should I know before gifting it?

400 mAh rechargeable battery; USB-C cable included. Choose a version with or without music. Check the estimated delivery time before ordering for a particular date. Gift-ready packaging is included at no extra charge.

Keep exploring: ocean kinetic sculptures; the moving sea turtle.

Still wondering? Ask us about this piece. For delivery and returns, visit our shipping page and return policy.

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