Partially Carved Little Wooden Lion! light and dark decorated only with some blue

decorated only with some blue glazing on the tail fin

Woven of sweetgrass and dyed ash splint

The wood is worn smooth and a little shiny

This "bowl of treasures" design apparently first appeared in the 16th century

Partially Carved Little Wooden Lion! light and dark decorated only with some blueI really love this little lion, whose carver seems to have abandoned him without quite finishing (though after doing quite a nice job detailing his face, mane, feet and tail), making me love him all the more. The chunk of wood still attached the back makes him appear to be carrying around the weight of the world, but also doubles as a pedestal should one want to display him legs up! 3" long x 3 1 8" tall x 1 2" wide. Good vintage condition but I'd