Chicago Worlds Fair Century of Progress 1934 Souvenir Ramp Walker mid-century italian 2 7/8" across at widest

2 7/8" across at widest

and really love the patterning of the blonde and darker wood--product of a very labor intensive effort

it makes sense that there would be a tradition in Japan of carving toads like this one that could be carried in a pocket—and surely this lovely little one would bring good fortune wherever he goes

This charming Tiffany & Co

This pretty hand-painted porcelain Royal Copenhagen bell was designed by Grethe Helland Hansen in the 1960s

Chicago Worlds Fair Century of Progress 1934 Souvenir Ramp Walker mid-century italian 2 7/8" across at widestThis fabulous Czechoslovakian wooden "ramp walker" toy was a souvenir from "A Century of Progress," an international exposition at the 1934 Chicago World's Fair, which focused on the theme of technological innovation. I am not so sure he embodies a great step forward in terms of technology, but what a charming little figure he is, and quite a rare one, I've learned. He's been carefully hand painted with a sweet face, fabulous polka dotted hat and