Traditionally I begin most carvings by piercing the raw matter and then allow the form to evolve through my internal dialog with the material. These pieces began similarly within the software ZBrush, continuing the "dance" between the pixels and 3D space. Most often I don't have a preconceived notion about what I'm working on, rather letting the piece dictate which direction it takes and what needs to be done albeit directed through my perception of what feels correct.
This piece is really nice in the matte bronze material and has a hole at the top for an ice pick bail finding to hang from. You'll need this and a chain to complete the piece. I have found a nice color matching inexpensive chain at Hobby Lobby that I use for this work here: http://goo.gl/F7xA3n
This comes from Shapeways without any findings, if you want a finished piece you'll have purchase
here.