Painted and Lacquered Vintage Papier Mache Swan Napkin Rings tramp art tray though traces of light green

though traces of light green paint remain (just on the backsides)

or on top of a table

I've just learned these hand-painted jointed figures are Amos and Sandy (thus the A on the chest of the black figure)

Among my very favorite tiny animal in the Critical EYE collection is this wonderful Inuit hand-carved polar bear

decorated with the same ball and thread pattern

Painted and Lacquered Vintage Papier Mache Swan Napkin Rings tramp art tray though traces of light greenEleven swans a swimming I think these terrific vintage swan shaped napkin rings would make a pretty festive addition to the holiday table, but would equally be great for a summer picnic in the park. Made of papier mch, I believe, which has been hand painted and lacquered, each one is a little different, adding up to really lovely and unusual set. I'd guess these date to the 1940s or so but have not found any others like them. There are small chips to