Old Carved Seated Figure on Stump silver jewelry It appears to have some

It appears to have some years on it

There are several holes at the top off each leg where it joins the body

The message on the back of the postcard

Hand-drawn in blue ink (a few small smears on the leaves of the branch on which the birds sit make it clear this is drawn rather than printed) on cardstock weight board

though lots of good use left in it

Old Carved Seated Figure on Stump silver jewelry It appears to have someNot even 3 inches tall, but a lot of expression packed into this wonderful little carved figure, who might be contemplating the meaning of life, or maybe just waiting patiently for someone else to arrive. The deep shape of the head suggests either a big brain or a hair bun (maybe both!), and then this great posture, with detailed fingers resting on bent knees. Carved of pine I believe, with a wonderful patina and a big presence. 2 3 4" t x 7 8" w x 1