Mid-Century Brass Duck striking and at once subtle and

and at once subtle and attention getting

and I interpret the image as a woman's face in profile

where I could regularly pick it up to admire it

I am guessing they are quite old

I'd put it atop a stack of books on the bookshelf or on a ledge somewhere--a charming reminder to be brave and get after it

Mid-Century Brass Duck striking and at once subtle andThis wonderful little solid brass duck lives most happily on a desk, looking fabulous holding down a pile of papers while just waiting to be picked up and held in your hand. I swear he helps with focus and concentration, and brings a bit of calm in the midst of stress and chaos. And he reminds me of a Carl Aubock sculpture in his simple but just right form and weight; distinctly mid century but also timeless. A great gift for an office mate or just