1922 Folk Art Carved "Adam and Eve Joke Book" with Surprise Snake fiont ) though he hasn't quite

) though he hasn't quite worked it out yet

delicately done

though subtle

There is one partial page near the end

later 20th century I believe

1922 Folk Art Carved "Adam and Eve Joke Book" with Surprise Snake fiont ) though he hasn't quiteA curious and a fun one, with a whole lot packed on and in! Carved into the front in large bold letters is "Adam and Eve Joke Book 1922" and on the spine "Forget Me Not." On the flip side a star within a diamond framed by sun rays and carved borders. Then a sliding slat on the recessed side with big carved heart, from which, when slid open, springs forth a dark green and gold arching snake! One sees these trick snake boxes from time to time, but I've