Abstract: A jigsaw puzzle sculpture comprising a plurality of interlocking pieces with a suspension point which is oriented relative to the center of gravity of the assembled puzzle sculpture. The suspension point is provided for display of the figure on a display means such as a horizontal rod member, or vertical balancing point, thereby replicating the natural posture, position, stance or carriage of the replicated figure. In the preferred embodiment, the puzzle sculpture replicates a living or extinct creature, such as an exotic, endangered, or extinct bird, which perches on a branch in a natural position.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
December 19, 1995
Date of Patent:
February 3, 1998
Assignee:
AKK Foundation, LLC
Inventors:
Ofer Nissim, Trisha Sutherlan, Donald B. Ellingham