Striking Geometric Scrapwood Trivet or Wall Plaque #2 smoking sign " I believe they date

" I believe they date from the mid-20th Century

This hide shows some age but is this mask is in very good clean condition

While the estate sale took place in a relatively new condo

it makes sense that there would be a tradition in Japan of carving toads like this one that could be carried in a pocket—and surely this lovely little one would bring good fortune wherever he goes

Constructed of tightly coiled grass and in near perfect condition

Striking Geometric Scrapwood Trivet or Wall Plaque #2 smoking sign " I believe they dateI just love this handmade one of a kind trivet (and I have a second trivet clearly by the same maker, listed separately), which would be equally great placed on the table or hanging on the wall. I imagine it was constructed from bits of scrap wood left over from making other things, and certainly admire the resourcefulness and creativity of its maker in piecing these bits together in such a smart and striking way. There are at least four different