Rare Antique Grain Painted Ball in Cage Whimsy candleholder I guess it is a

I guess it is a birdhouse this sweet little fluffy kitty has squeezed itself into

which--appropriately--the US Embossing Co (who would go on to produce color cubes) was known for

who is typically depicted wearing a blue dress and bonnet

Still great looking though

Japan made some pretty good pieces

Rare Antique Grain Painted Ball in Cage Whimsy candleholder I guess it is aNot 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.