Sculptural Old Wire Calf Weaner antique tabletop chest of drawers it bears a strong resemblance

it bears a strong resemblance to Californian Architectural Pottery pieces  from the 1950s and 1960s

I think these only add to its appeal

calm grace

which reads Letter suit ('letter to follow') on the front

Sculptural Old Wire Calf Weaner antique tabletop chest of drawers it bears a strong resemblanceThis would have been used as a muzzle for weaning calves, and one can still rather feel the presence of a calf wearing it but what an evocative thing now in its absence. The hand done wire construction reads like a line drawing in space, while casting terrific shadows, and I especially like that it can be configured and displayed in a variety of ways, like a mask or a basket, with ears out or folded in, the latter creating the appearance of eyes. 12 5