Carved Ball on Four Link Chain Whimsy pottery canister 8 3/4" across at lip

8 3/4" across at lip x 4 7/8" tall

it took me a minute to find which piece on each had a little give to allow the taking apart process to begin--and the way the pieces fit together is pretty cool as it reveals itself

and organic

though I am not certain

Carved Ball on Four Link Chain Whimsy pottery canister 8 3/4" across at lipThis is one of a a number of old pine carved whimsies I purchased together and believe were all made by one American carver, first half of the 20th century I believe. Skillfully done but chunky in form, with a great warm patina to the dry wood, and all carved from one piece of wood with no notable chips, cracks or splits. Good for hanging from one nail on the wall or just setting somewhere or use it as a door knocker! 6 1 4" l x 1 1 8" wide and deep;