Mid-Century Brass Duck striking The level of detail and

The level of detail and the interplay between form and surface treatment on this contemporary ceramic vessel is sophisticated and surprising

and I interpret the image as a woman's face in profile

would have been used for sifting meal

and at once subtle and attention getting

I'd put it atop a stack of books on the bookshelf or on a ledge somewhere--a charming reminder to be brave and get after it

Mid-Century Brass Duck striking The level of detail andThis wonderful little solid brass duck lives most happily on a desk, looking fabulous holding down a pile of papers while just waiting to be picked up and held in your hand. I swear he helps with focus and concentration, and brings a bit of calm in the midst of stress and chaos. And he reminds me of a Carl Aubock sculpture in his simple but just right form and weight; distinctly mid century but also timeless. A great gift for an office mate or just