Charming Old Hand-carved Wooden Black Dog with Leather Ears painted tin house Late 19th/early 20th century I

Late 19th/early 20th century I believe and while these show some age they remain quite lovely

since they are double sided

It is signed--exuberantly

with some nice irregularity to the form and weaving original to its making

most notably a Mrs

Charming Old Hand-carved Wooden Black Dog with Leather Ears painted tin house Late 19th/early 20th century IThis sweet guy has a pinkish cow companion, listed separately, but definitely by the same maker. They're both terrific, made of three pieces of wood, with tiny nails showing on the sides. With leather ears, and lots of years, and I especially love the white back feet and tip of the tail. 4 1 2" l x 3 1 4" t x 1 1 8" w and in very good condition, sturdy and steady on his feet.