An outstanding example of a carved and painted pencil holder by Alex Cuppage (1865-1957) who worked in the Orillia area and was known for such works adorned with exquisite bird carvings. This example has a blue songbird on the top, a downy woodpecker on the stump and a fox and skunk cleverly concealed near the base. Original surface. Ontario, circa 1930. H: 6", L: 4.5", W: 3.5". CODE:FOL