Curious Old Carved Wooden Leg Nova Scotia pottery with its graphic black cut-out

with its graphic black cut-out appearance

7 1/2" long x 3" wide x 1 3/8" deep and in very good condition

I'd guess with glue

and at once subtle and attention getting

now mellowed to a softer red on the exterior

Curious Old Carved Wooden Leg Nova Scotia pottery with its graphic black cut-outThe foot of an old hand carved doll? A pipe tamper? I'm not sure, but I think it's a pretty wonderful little leg, with this funny little post extending from the heel of the foot. Beautifully carved tendons and toes, complete with toenails. Surely to bring good luck, and rather a satisfying thing to hold in one's hand and carry around! 5 3 8" l x 2 1 2" d x 1 1 8" w. There is an old hairline crack coming in from the edge of one side, near the toes and