Folk Art Pyrographed Owl on Fungus Conk matte green vase I think these were made

I think these were made for lab use and to withstand very high heats

Ellis sharing the fire as well as news of a recent wedding and bemoaning not hearing from the recipient

particularly at upper left corner

I believe it dates to the 1940s

1950s-60s--it appears that it is not too different than rummy

Folk Art Pyrographed Owl on Fungus Conk matte green vase I think these were madeI believe it was likely a burning tool that was used to render this wide eyed owl on fungus conk making it feel more as if this owl is emerging from within than imposed on top, which, in addition to the super folkiness of the owl itself, is what I really like about it. Very owl like and even a little haunting, with a bit of a feel of a cave painting! 6 3 8" w x 5 1 4" t x 2 1 8" d and in good condition, perhaps with a little loss to the rim bottom of