Tombstone Crow Display / LED Backlit Accent Piece

Add a striking gothic focal point to your desk, shelf, or mantel with this LED-backlit tombstone crow display! Featuring a detailed crow perched atop a cracked grave marker with grass accents, this piece creates a haunting, atmospheric silhouette day or night.

To complement the solid presence of the crow silhouette, this model offers two distinct faceplate designs:

• Full Cut-Through Version: Features complete cutouts through the face, ideal for direct backlighting or using a single base LED strip to cast a dramatic edge-lit glow up through the figure.

• Lithophane Version (V2): Keeps a ultra-thin 0.0314″ (0.8mm) shell across the "R.I.P." lettering, cross, and crow details. The design stays hidden as a smooth surface when unlit and magically reveals itself when the LEDs are switched on!

Originally conceptualized as a custom woodworking project, this model has been fully adapted for 3D printing with precise tolerances, hidden wire routing, and customizable lighting options. Print it as a standalone desk accent, or use it as a physical template guide for scroll saw woodworking!

Be sure to explore the rest of my lighting collection here: Illuminated Silhouette Collection

Key Features:

• Dual Design Options (Cut-Through vs. Lithophane V2): Choose between traditional open cutouts or the V2 lithophane effect, where a thin 0.0314″ layer conceals the details until lit.

• Precision Fit & Wire Management: The base features built-in alignment insets and tabs to securely slot the tombstone display upright, along with a discreet rear slotted pass-through to route power cords cleanly out the back.

• Versatile LED Backlighting Options: Designed with a hollowed-out rear cavity for mounting LED light strips. Choose between a standard base or an optional base with an integrated inset to run an LED strip directly across the base itself!

• Optional Rear Light Cover: Includes a matching backplate that screws directly to existing rear mounting holes, containing the light effect so it shines brightly through the front while concealing internal wiring.

• Woodworker & Hybrid Friendly: Functions as a physical template guide if you prefer cutting real wood for a hybrid build!

Dimensions

• Base: 6.5″ × 3″ (0.5″ rounded corners) × 0.375″

• Width: 5.375″

• Height: 9″

• Total Assembled Height: 9.375″

• Thickness: 0.375″

Print Settings

• Material: PLA or PETG

• Layer Height: 0.12mm to 0.20mm (0.12mm recommended for optimal lithophane translucency on V2)

• Infill: 20%+ (Gyroid or Grid)

• Orientation: Print flat face down on the build plate for a smooth surface finish.    

• Supports: None required

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