Nicely Carved Little Beaver black and white painting and the legs appear to

and the legs appear to be cast brass

This tabletop chest of three drawers--mid to late 19th century

I haven't seen many with three

12 x 5 3/16 in (30

and with the fabulously curled tail reminiscent of early wrought iron railings and gates and handles

Nicely Carved Little Beaver black and white painting and the legs appear toJust a beautifully carved little beaver, with smooth, wide and flat tail, but no bared front teeth, so it looks quite friendly, and a bit mouse like too. Burned into the center of its belly on the underside are the initials JRH, which has not led me to its maker. 5 1 8" l x 1 1 8" w x 1 3 4" t and in excellent vintage condition.