Expressionistically Carved Man with Mustache Bust nautical The fixed handle is carved

The fixed handle is carved wood--notched just above and just below the lip

Plain yellow on the back

all of which measure about 12 x 8 x 1/4”

Such a luscious vase

Expressionistically Carved Man with Mustache Bust nautical The fixed handle is carvedHard not to feel deeply empathetic toward this guy, who I love so much for the expressionistic manner in which his face is carved, which make it seem as if the carver felt a great sense of urgency, and which gives the piece a terrific immediacy. Perhaps a portrait of a specific individual, or a self portrait, or maybe just a poignant portrait of existential dread. 4 3 4" tall x 2 3 16" wide x 1 1 2" deep. I think pine, with black ink (I think maybe