C. 1920s-30s Artist's Mannequin, Japan, Freed of Stand oak wood And one can definitely imagine

And one can definitely imagine the pleasure it gave someone to capture the moment

Still bright and clear to read and I think just terrific

which could be used as a paperweight or stuck in a vessel

as was the case with these

to be turned over to confirm success (or peek to cheat) after dessert was finished

C. 1920s-30s Artist's Mannequin, Japan, Freed of Stand oak wood And one can definitely imagineThis mannequin would once have had a stand, with wire fitting between his legs and running to a simple base, but I rather like him liberated from it, making him a sitter, or a gymnast! He'll sit up on his own in various poses, and can also stand balanced in a split or backbend, etc. Stamped Delta Japan on one foot, c. 1920 1940 I believe. 15 1 2 tall ; 3 3 4 wide shoulders and in good condition, all joints operating well. Dry wood surface, showing age