the cobra is "nice" - that's about all i can say - there is no gradiations of the wood as pictured, has a flat finish, not as interesting as pictured. it is well carved, very smooth and i will keep it because it took me forever to unpack it BUT i am not very satisfied. i would imagine paying about 20 bucks at a souvenir shop for it. i collect cobra statues, it works for me but it certainly doesn't stand out as a conversation piece