J.E. Jeffreys 19th Century British Pencil Drawing of Boy on Donkey orange bell I'm becoming quite enamored of

I'm becoming quite enamored of old wooden toys

I am not certain the age on this but know that it was held in a family estate for many years

Known affectionately as the "happy wood carver" Copeland was renowned especially for his exceptional use of the grain of southern wood in his carving

At the bottom right tip of the sign is printed the "Union Bug"

J.E. Jeffreys 19th Century British Pencil Drawing of Boy on Donkey orange bell I'm becoming quite enamored ofThis little boy with stick in hand makes me think of a young Napolean every time I look at him doesn't he just look like he's planning to rule the world?! At the moment, though, he seems to have just lost his hat and is hoping to use the stick to grab it, but the kindly looking donkey upon which he is perched seems much more interested in his little dog friend than in turning around to help. As such, the drawing unpacks as a wonderful portrait of