A large, vertically oriented wooden log carving stands outdoors in Koprivshtitsa, Bulgaria

A large, vertically oriented wooden log carving stands outdoors in Koprivshtitsa, Bulgaria. The central subject is a deeply carved, stylized, and grotesque anthropomorphic face or figure, characterized by prominent, hollowed-out eyes and a wide, upturned mouth. A significant vertical crack bisects the entire carved surface, from top to bottom. The wood exhibits varying shades of reddish-brown within the carved recesses and lighter natural wood tones on the raised portions, with visible tool marks suggesting manual carving. A lighter-colored, narrow wooden plank rests horizontally across the top surface of the carved log, secured by two small fasteners on its left side. The carving is positioned in front of a dark brown wooden wall composed of horizontally oriented planks. At its base, the carving sits on a light gray concrete or paved surface, bordered by sparse green grass and scattered dry brown leaves in the foreground. The scene is illuminated by natural light, casting shadows that define the depth of the carving. No people are visible.