Proud and Soulful Inuit Carved Soapstone Owl vintage usa mug The lid fits perfectly and

The lid fits perfectly and sits flush and is easily removed

I've found some terrific hand-painted rocks--happy assertions that creative beings will make use of every available material to make something wonderful

J and dated February 1887 at lower right

3 1/2" long x 2 1/8" tall x 1 3/8" wide

Proud and Soulful Inuit Carved Soapstone Owl vintage usa mug The lid fits perfectly andI love how proud this Inuit carved soapstone owl seems, especially in profile, with chest puffed out as if standing (or perching) steadfast, not to be moved. Soulful as well as stoic though, as an owl is; quite a nice presence to have in proximity. 4" t x 1 7 8"" w x 1 1 2" d and in very good condition. Unsigned, c. 1970s or so I'd guess.