Mid-Century Brass Virginia Metalcrafter's"Butterfly Bush" Leaf-Shaped Tray toy bowling pins but that's part of what

but that's part of what makes it wonderful

deeply incised Art Nouveau inspired decoration around its in neck and shoulders in shades of copper

this and the color lead me to believe the bear is carved from Walrus tusk

rare vintage circa 1940s wicker picnic basket set

while the pale blue underside of the neck has a texture suggesting waves

Mid-Century Brass Virginia Metalcrafter's"Butterfly Bush" Leaf-Shaped Tray toy bowling pins but that's part of whatThe lovely solid brass leaf shaped Butterfly Bush tray was designed by Oskar Hansen for Virginia Metalcrafters in 1948. With great lines and textural details, it's a great object just for display, but would also be fun for serving canap, chocolates, or other small treats! 10 3 4" long by 2 5 8" wide by 1" tall. I have not attempted to polish it but it is shiny and in very good condition as is, with just a bit of darkening to the brass, which I do not