Lion in Bathtub Handmade Ceramic Soap Dish nude sculpture bookends There is a sort of

There is a sort of incised line on one side of the neck

and to my eye this stoneware pitcher is about as lovely as they come

if not to used as a purse

or else display it tabletop over any sort of roundish object

to the bold orange and black leaf design

Lion in Bathtub Handmade Ceramic Soap Dish nude sculpture bookends There is a sort ofI really can't imagine any better soap dish for next to the bathroom sink or on the lip of the tub than this one; just looking at this little lion inspires longing for a nice long soak! I know nothing of its maker, but think they did a pretty great job, with, I'd guess, a garlic press used to make the terrifically shaggy mane. The little arms resting on the edge of the tub and outstretched legs make this little lion appear to be wonderfully relaxed,