Very Old Hand-forged Iron Ring with Gestural Tail modern abstract drawing but I believe in the

but I believe in the holiness of this

"  Perhaps it was used for combing small bits of fleece very very very finely

There are a few pages that are partially torn and one small hole in the fabric on the spine but overall pretty good condition and binding is holding together well

two small holes along left edge

Gorgeous and clever and fun

Very Old Hand-forged Iron Ring with Gestural Tail modern abstract drawing but I believe in theMy guess is that this was made for carrying a candle around, but I'm not entirely sure. Definitely 19th c. if not earlier, hand forged of iron. I love it as a sculptural thing, with that tail, perfectly shaped for a finger to wrap itself around, making a really beautiful line. Lovely. 4 3 4" l x 2 1 4" t. 1 5 16" across interior of ring; 1 9 16 across exterior of ring. Good antique condition. Sturdy and sound and not shedding flaking.