Rare Antique Grain Painted Ball in Cage Whimsy wooden tree toy The earlyist of the three

The earlyist of the three appears to date to 1989

7 3/4" tall x 8" wide x 4 1/4" d

Well worn in a great way

and stands up straight  and sturdy on his base

Rare Antique Grain Painted Ball in Cage Whimsy wooden tree toy The earlyist of the threeNot the most ornately carved whimsy I've had, but I think it may be my favorite elegantly carved with eye shaped openings on each side exposing a very round ball inside and the very first grain painted whimsy I have ever seen, which is what I think makes it super special. 19th century I'm sure, very carefully painted, and with a terrific patina and presence and sense of age. 4 t x 1 7 8 w x 1 7 8 d and in very good antique condition.