Nice Old Simple Carved Whimsy Chain dog squeak toy or as a paperweight (it's

or as a paperweight (it's solid and heavy) or hang it somewhere and set it swinging from time to time

This is a beautiful antique hardwood portable ink bottle

And of course a hoiuse shaped match dispenser and striker makes for a perfect metaphor for a combustible situation / world on fire

but overall good condition with the drawings clear and dark and very readable

I find this quite a strong and affecting drawing

Nice Old Simple Carved Whimsy Chain dog squeak toy or as a paperweight (it'sYou know I am always on the hunt for whimsies, but haven't found a whimsy chain in quite a while this one of two today, found together, each carved from one piece of wood. One sees simple whimsy chains like this continuing to be carved, but there's a world of difference this is a really nice, old one, with satisfying squarish form to the links, and rich, dry patina. One feels the hand of its maker all over this, a lovely example. 17" l x 1" w. Very