Very Empathetic Old Carved Folk Art Horse with Lovingly Mended Lower Leg antique pueblo pottery To my eye just exactly

To my eye just exactly right and not a thing more or less

) and then with red paper ribbon crossed around the neck making her seem like a prize winner for sure

to  these nice deep drawers with diamonds nailed at the centers and turned pulls (except one carved replacement)

7 7/8” x 5”

The blade is marked with a "2" but I see no other marks

Very Empathetic Old Carved Folk Art Horse with Lovingly Mended Lower Leg antique pueblo pottery To my eye just exactlyThis horse just called to me to become its caretaker, for a bit, or forever, either way. It feels like a proud old workhorse to me, with one foot very carefully, lovingly replaced along the way, ensuring its longevity and making it especially empathetic. With inset eyes (black painted wood I believe) and pronounced brows and nostrils, adding up to a very soulful looking face. And, as with lots of things this week especially it seems, much better in