1922 Folk Art Carved "Adam and Eve Joke Book" with Surprise Snake fiont which I purchased from a

which I purchased from a member of the artist’s family—and which took about a month to make its way to me packed in nothing more than a simple unpadded envelope

I don't know the origins of this curious folk art creation

and with one of them touching the ground it seems as if he might be paddling a boat (or a paddle board) too

though subtle

Great wear on the sole and heel as there should be

1922 Folk Art Carved "Adam and Eve Joke Book" with Surprise Snake fiont which I purchased from aA 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