Treen Dark Wood Whimsy Goblet cylindrical vase West Africa

West Africa

Found at a fantastic estate sale loaded with mid-century ceramics and other wonderful objects from around the world

credited as the originator of Oaxacan "alebrijes"  wooden animal carvings

one part Art Deco

Treen Dark Wood Whimsy Goblet cylindrical vase West AfricaI really love all manner of old turned wooden cups and goblets, even better when they have a whimsy element, as with the two "captive" rings on the stem of this one. I'm thinking this one would might a nice cup for dice throwing, which would cause the whimsy rings to rattle a bit while shaking, surely bringing good luck! 5 3 16" tall x 2 5 8" across at base. The wood, walnut I'd guess, shows age and a couple of tiny chips around the lip, and there are