Lecturer's Squares, Binney & Smith Chalk Sticks dog embroidery The shape of the head

The shape of the head follows the natural form of the wood such that there is really no flat bottom/underside

) The largest ones (shooters) measure about 3/4" in diameter

and love it for its great gestural drama--inherent to the porcelain figurine that is its subject

I think the patterns on them are pretty great

Lecturer's Squares, Binney & Smith Chalk Sticks dog embroidery The shape of the headOne of a few boxes of vintage art school supplies purchased from one dealer at Brimfield great treasures to me, delivering pure joy. I love the idea of sticks of chalk termed "Lecturer's Squares" making them feel as if they have very important information to impart! and then of course this great blast of found color. In their original box, with excellent red and white Binney & Smith Co. paper label. Never used, the chalks are set atop sawdust, used to