Striking Geometric Scrapwood Trivet or Wall Plaque #2 smoking sign with an Art Deco sort

with an Art Deco sort of a feel

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

While the estate sale took place in a relatively new condo

with beautiful rounded lip

An Armour zodiac tray very similar to this one was featured in "Aluminum By Design

Striking Geometric Scrapwood Trivet or Wall Plaque #2 smoking sign with an Art Deco sortI 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