Lovely Old Ball in Cage Whimsy, Presumed 1908 giftwrap which were make to represent

which were make to represent a wide variety of humans and animals

and I love everything about it

and on the lower right appears to be a signature in red--a rarity among pith paintings as I understand it

I would guess it

Lovely Old Ball in Cage Whimsy, Presumed 1908 giftwrap which were make to representReally a wonderful small ball in cage whimsy, with what appears to be "08" carved at one end, I'd assume dating it to 1908. It for sure feels that old, with a nice patina to the dark wood, super smooth from age and wear. With little loops carved on either end, it would be a nice one to wear as a pendant, or to just hang from a nail or hook on the wall. 3 7 8" long x 15 16 wide and deep. Very good condition and structurally super solid, with no notable