Old Handmade Clothespin Sailor serving vessel I love how hushed this

I love how hushed this scene feels

with a few minor dings/scratches to the surface of the wood

There are horizontal and vertical fold lines that correspond to the page size for the other print from the same publication that I have listed separately

but I know they are gorgeous things in terms of both form and patina

the lip of the planter is folded down to conceal whatever wire or rope would be strung to hang it

Old Handmade Clothespin Sailor serving vessel I love how hushed thisAdmittedly, I'm a real sucker for these sorts of things, but look at how much effort went into that cap and blue wool sailor's suit, and hand painting the eyelashes on that bright eyed clothespin face! All he needs is a ship! I've found some clothespin sailors, but no others quite like him. I'd guess maybe 1940s or so, but am not completely sure. Overall, here's in good shape, with a little wear to the shoulders of his coat. It does appear he was