Fine Large Turned Wood Clothespin Herend porcelain man This little hand-thrown and signed

This little hand-thrown and signed earthenware bud vase is just right

or giving pride of place to any photo at all

all in the original box

painted brown with a stoke of cream for the belly and dab for the eyes

Fine Large Turned Wood Clothespin Herend porcelain man This little hand-thrown and signedThis is the most beautiful clothes pin I think I've ever seen. And it is oversized, making it feel all the more a special object. I'd probably use it on my desk to hold a pile of clippings or drawings together, or it would certainly make for a very elegant way to seal a big bag of potato chips! 7" long x 5 8" wide x 1 2" deep and in excellent condition, with just very light wear. I'd guess it dates to the very early 20th century.