John Sharpe

Born: Active mid to late 20th century.

John Sharpe. Sculptor. Wood carver. Newfoundland. Active mid to late 20th century.

John Sharpe made  quite elaborate carvings of scenes showing life in the out-ports of Newfoundland. From fisherman at work to their houses and yards. he used ‘as found’ materials and color. All of his carvings were fully painted and very detailed. (His dates and location are still uncertain.)