Charming Old Folk Art Carved Dog wooden trivet I don't buy much jewelry

I don't buy much jewelry for the shop but occasionally something calls to me

So perfect

5" tall x 3 1/4" at widest diameter

made of sweetgrass and ash splint

There is something so satisfying to me about old handmade wooden boxes that close alone an angled edge like this

Charming Old Folk Art Carved Dog wooden trivet I don't buy much jewelryJust a wonderful little folk art carved dog, with a good amount of age to him I believe, evidenced by the manner of the carving as well as by some wear to the tips of his ears, tip of his tail, and loss to one front paw. He still stands sturdy on his feet, however, and from the front side is not visible at all. And, of course, I at least find animals with a few wounds all the more empathetic. 4" l x 2 5 8" t x 1 1 2" w. Aside from the minor losses, in