1993 Little Carved Stone Dog abstracted figures which stands sturdily on its

which stands sturdily on its smart rotating puzzle piece of a base--while requiring patience and developing balancing skills as one goes

they're still in very good shape

I like utilitarian signs that have the capacity to signal meaning based on context

and is big enough to hold a fair stash of something precious

There are also a number of hotels named Fregatten—perhaps this plate was made for one of those

1993 Little Carved Stone Dog abstracted figures which stands sturdily on itsA charmer of a little dog, look as if sitting patiently at ones feet, perhaps waiting for a treat. Though initialed (incised on the bottom) DWP, I was told the seller, who I know well and who knows the artist, is that it an early stone carving by Tim De Christopher, who has become well know for his carved stone sculptures. (Info below.) In any case, what a wonderful little pup! 2 3 8 l x 5 8 t and in very good condition, with one dark area in the