Charming and Unusual Antique Folk Art Compass Dial with Pressed Type Coordinates pottery head ) The frame measures 5

) The frame measures 5 7/8" x 3 7/8"

and it loos like the branch was likely re-glued to the wall mounting piece at some point with a little glue showing

And especially the pair of mice

cool white

and what a charmer of a letter opener

Charming and Unusual Antique Folk Art Compass Dial with Pressed Type Coordinates pottery head ) The frame measures 5Photos don't do this justice, but details help give a sense. Found in Maine, it reminds me a bit of folk art clocks used to teach time, but this one made of brass and showing a rose compass, detailed down to 10 degree increments, with type pressed directions down to the eight half winds (NNE, ENE, etc.) Certainly navigation related, though whether used for teaching navigation or actually navigating, I am not sure! A beautiful thing whatever the case,