Carved Folk Art Hand Hanger or Knocker woolen and the like

and the like

on one side representing the voice of the gifter of the pot: "

and by the end of the 19th century the magic lantern was overtaken by the cinematograph

and clearly very old

Carved Folk Art Hand Hanger or Knocker woolen and the likePerhaps this carving once came at the end of a carved whimsy chain, or maybe it was made as a door knocker. I think it would be pretty great used as the latter, or as a hanger for a couple of belts or scarves, or necklaces. But also great hung on the wall just as it is pretty fun! 7 1 2" long x 3" wide x 1 3 8" deep and in very good condition. The wood has probably darkened a bit and is rough in spots; this nature of the carving leans more toward