Striking Geometric Scrapwood Trivet or Wall Plaque #2 smoking sign who made everything from desk

who made everything from desk and smoking accessories to corkscrews to bookends to pretzel holders to candlesticks

Constructed of tightly coiled grass and in near perfect condition

" I believe they date from the mid-20th Century

7" tall x 8" wide

it makes sense that there would be a tradition in Japan of carving toads like this one that could be carried in a pocket—and surely this lovely little one would bring good fortune wherever he goes

Striking Geometric Scrapwood Trivet or Wall Plaque #2 smoking sign who made everything from deskI just love this handmade one of a kind trivet (and I have a second trivet clearly by the same maker, listed separately), which would be equally great placed on the table or hanging on the wall. I imagine it was constructed from bits of scrap wood left over from making other things, and certainly admire the resourcefulness and creativity of its maker in piecing these bits together in such a smart and striking way. There are at least four different