Tuesday, July 12, 2011

What's In a Name

 Who am I? 


Is this too close?



OK.  Let's step back.  
Is he friendly or scary looking? 
A garden gnome or water elf ?
Not a medusa  even though he is stone.


Is he splashing water on his face
to keep cool?



 His hands are nice.



His bowl  is checked  ever so often, but so far  I've have found no coins. 
Although he has been  standing around  against this wall  for several  years, he still doesn’t have a name. 


What would you suggest?
 
Update:   One of my readers, Babs of Upstairs, Downstairs,  suggested he is a green man.  A search revealed that is what  he is.  A Green Man is a sculpture, drawing, or other representation of a face surrounded by or made from leaves.   Branches or vines may sprout from the nose, mouth, nostrils or other parts of the face and these shoots may bear flowers or fruit.

Until next time, Honey

Linking to:
Wow Me Wednesday at Savvy Southern Style
Open House at No Minimalist Here
Feathered Nest Friday French Country Cottage
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51 comments:

  1. LaJuly 12, 2011 at 7:06 PM

    I like his eyes. They look so kind to me.

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  2. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleJuly 12, 2011 at 7:08 PM

    OMG, Honey it is just gorgeous and I love the wall it is on. So pretty.

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  3. OliveJuly 12, 2011 at 7:12 PM

    Mervin? He is kind of Wizard like.

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  4. Rosemary@villabarnesJuly 12, 2011 at 7:17 PM

    I like Olives idea, Mervin. He is super cool. Love his hands.

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  5. Pam - @diy Design FanaticJuly 12, 2011 at 7:17 PM

    Love it! I bet it sounds wonderful! Stopping over from Wow Us Wednesday!

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  6. Brenda PruittJuly 12, 2011 at 7:29 PM

    I can't come up with a name. But that is one beautiful wall fountain! The prettiest I've ever seen.
    Brenda

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  7. Yvonne @ StoneGableJuly 12, 2011 at 7:35 PM

    What a beautiful fountain! He is some kind of plant personified! Like laurel or some kind of a vine. Regardless, he is magnificent!
    So nice to stop by and cool off by your fountain.
    Yvonne

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  8. AnonymousJuly 12, 2011 at 7:42 PM

    Whatever his name...he's gorgeous!

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  9. Blondie's JournalJuly 12, 2011 at 7:58 PM

    This is a really lovely fountain!

    XO,
    Jane

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  10. PondsideJuly 12, 2011 at 8:31 PM

    I think he's Old North Wind - and he looks like a welcome, cooling wind!

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  11. BabsJuly 12, 2011 at 8:40 PM

    He's very handsome and looks like a Green Man to me.
    How nice to have a great fountain piece like him.
    Hugs,
    Babs

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  12. Lois EvensenJuly 12, 2011 at 8:50 PM

    Very pretty. He needs a watery name. Is the water pool below big enough for a few fish?

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  13. lvroftiquesJuly 12, 2011 at 9:19 PM

    Oh he is wonderful! I'd name him Bello Tramonta because Bello is handsome in Italian and Tramontana is North Wind ....He looks like a handsome North wind to me!! *winks* Vanna

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  14. Pam KesslerJuly 12, 2011 at 9:42 PM

    Your fountain is so pretty. Or handsome I guess. I would go with a totally normal name like Bob or Ted, because that would be unexpected.

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  15. JanieJuly 12, 2011 at 9:53 PM

    I think he's green man too but also looks alot like Baccus is represented. Whatever his name, he is lovely.

    Janie
    Romantic Domestic

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  16. VeronicaJuly 13, 2011 at 3:22 AM

    He is all together lovely! Especially on that wall...

    Veronica
    www.tasselsandtwigs.blogspot.com

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  17. LoriJuly 13, 2011 at 5:27 AM

    Love it! your photo's make me want one too.

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  18. OliviaJuly 13, 2011 at 7:25 AM

    I think he is cool! My kids would have a fit over this! They love fountains.
    Hugs,
    Olivia

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  19. AnonymousJuly 13, 2011 at 7:50 AM

    Awesome fountain design. He's not at all creepy. Just handsome!

    DI

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  20. Pierre BOYERJuly 13, 2011 at 8:01 AM

    Very nice,
    It remember me italians fountains...

    Pierre

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  21. Jenny WoolfJuly 13, 2011 at 11:26 AM

    I think he's a Green Man, a kind of folk elf ... so how about calling him ... Sycamore...

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  22. Crystal @ Ordinary DaysJuly 13, 2011 at 11:53 AM

    I love it!! I'd call him...Matador! LOL

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  23. ~Lavender Dreamer~July 13, 2011 at 3:44 PM

    What a wonderful fountain! I'm not sure about a name...something very masculine though! I'd google some Italian names! ♥

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  24. VickiJuly 13, 2011 at 4:20 PM

    I love Pam's idea - Bob or Ted. Something completely unexpected! He does look like Poseidon to me though!

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  25. LeslieJuly 13, 2011 at 5:25 PM

    What a pretty fountain you have here! Thanks for visitng my blog and for your lovely comment. Yes, we have a love for peaches in common!
    ~Leslie

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  26. Sweet MeanderingsJuly 13, 2011 at 6:01 PM

    I'd certainly love to have him in my garden. He seems to have a kind face. Do you have a favorite uncle perhaps you could name him after?
    Candy

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  27. LauraJuly 13, 2011 at 6:04 PM

    I am a fountain fanatic.
    I love him.
    How about Big Daddy?
    That is my fountain's name!

    Laura
    White Spray Paint

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  28. UnknownJuly 13, 2011 at 6:37 PM

    He's got dreamy eyes and a kind expression-a real beauty! I'm your newest follower!

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  29. Beverly@southernhomesweethomeJuly 13, 2011 at 7:33 PM

    This is a gorgeous fountain. I love it!

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  30. Ricki TreleavenJuly 13, 2011 at 8:38 PM

    He looks like a woodland fairy, so I would name him Oberon, like the King of the Fairies!

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  31. AnonymousJuly 13, 2011 at 9:33 PM

    I am still trying to figure out what to name my house- I am terrible about things like that! He is quite a handsome thing though!

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  32. Lou Cinda @ Tattered HydrangeasJuly 14, 2011 at 2:50 PM

    The Wizard of Oz....he is beautiful!

    Lou Cinda

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  33. Miss Gracie's HouseJuly 14, 2011 at 3:33 PM

    oh, i don't know...I'm terrible at names but he sure looks good!
    Rene'

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  34. bjJuly 14, 2011 at 4:38 PM

    i LOVE this fountain. Just beautiful.

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  35. Ivy and ElephantsJuly 14, 2011 at 7:55 PM

    Hi Honey! Love your Green Man, flowing water is one of my favorite sounds. Till next week! *hugs* Patti

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  36. Korrie@RedHenHomeJuly 14, 2011 at 8:05 PM

    I think he's cool! I think you should call him "Fangorn" or "Treebeard" after the Ent in Lord of the Rings ;-)

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  37. KTJuly 14, 2011 at 9:30 PM

    Something Lord of the Rings does work...I do like Treebeard. Cool fountain -

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  38. AnonymousJuly 15, 2011 at 3:08 AM

    What a beautiful fountain Honey!

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  39. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeJuly 15, 2011 at 10:33 AM

    What ever his name is, he is stunning. I love the surroundings, and the sound of water is always so fabulous. Hugs, Marty

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  40. Linda @ Itsy Bits And PiecesJuly 15, 2011 at 8:13 PM

    I have never heard of a Green Man before, but I LOVE him! Really beautiful! Thanks for the get well wishes!

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  41. KarenaJuly 15, 2011 at 11:44 PM

    Honey your Green man is absolutely wonderful!! I love fountains like this, so much ambiance!

    xoxo
    Karena

    Art by Karena

    Come and join my Giveaway of a very special painting!

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  42. Courtney ~ French Country CottageJuly 16, 2011 at 10:45 AM

    What a neat piece Honey!! What ever he is- he is fantastic!! Thanks for sharing at my party this week! :)

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  43. MargueriteJuly 16, 2011 at 2:25 PM

    Beautiful fountain! Maybe you could call him Poseidon, (God of the Waters). Hope you're having a great weekend!

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  44. Sherry @ No Minimalist HereJuly 16, 2011 at 8:21 PM

    Hi Honey, What a great fountain and he looks wonderful on your wall. Love it!
    xo,
    Sherry

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  45. At The Picket FenceJuly 17, 2011 at 10:53 AM

    Well, whatever he is, he is just perfect on your wall and adds so much character! What a gorgeous spot to sit on a Summer day. Thanks so much for sharing him with us at Inspiration Friday!
    Vanessa

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  46. LindaJuly 18, 2011 at 2:40 PM

    He's wonderful...he reminds me of a wizard....how about Merlin?

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  47. The Charm of HomeJuly 19, 2011 at 12:05 AM

    Honey,
    He is wonderful! I am loving the leaves all over it. thanks for linking it up!
    sherry

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  48. RemodelaholicJuly 19, 2011 at 7:58 AM

    Hey there,

    You won my $100 gift card giveaway from a few weeks ago and I haven't heard from you... let me know if you want it. If I don't hear back from you I will draw a new winner on Friday.

    Thanks,
    Cassity

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  49. PAINTORDIG.blogspot.comJuly 19, 2011 at 7:04 PM

    Well whatever you name him, he is a handsome fellow. Isn't it relaxing to listen to a splashing fountain.

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  50. UnknownJuly 24, 2011 at 7:06 AM

    Yep, he is The Green Man. I have been looking for him for a long time. 8^)

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  51. SJ @ Homemaker On A DimeAugust 2, 2011 at 12:15 PM

    I know that you have so many blog parties to choose from so thank you for choosing Creative Bloggers' Party & Hop. This amazing post added to the party blast! Enjoy the rest of the week :)

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