A pencil holder with a carved and painted songbird by Alex Cuppage (1861-1957), Orillia Ontario. The bird is meticulously painted while the stained base has three holes for pencils, a pen rest and a sliding door along with a wire hanging handle. Alex Cuppage worked in the Orillia area and was known for such works adorned with exquisite bird carvings. Ex Burney collection, circa 1940. H: 4.5", L: 4", W: 4". CODE:FOL