Mechanical Folk Art Wood Chopping Man chest of drawers I purchased this pie wheel

I purchased this pie wheel at the estate sale of a couple in their 90s who had a fantastic collection of primitives

with one tiny chip in the glaze on the back of the bird's neck

The silver pins at the joints

There is some loss of paint

While designed for storing chewing betel

Mechanical Folk Art Wood Chopping Man chest of drawers I purchased this pie wheelPulling or pushing the slide lever to which this wood chopper's feet are attached causes him to either lift or lower his axe pretty fun, and one could place all sorts of things on top of the log to add to the drama! The carving of the wood chopper is pretty rustically done, but he's been given a great hat, terrific pointy nose, and deeply carved ears, plus that excellent axe! Unsigned, and I am not sure of the age, but it definitely has some years on