Striking Geometric Scrapwood Trivet or Wall Plaque #1 snugly lidded basket there is a little triangular

there is a little triangular bit of wood at the center that I believe serves as a bumper to keep it from knocking against the wall

I have seen baskets of this size referred to as thimble baskets

with an opening of 2" x 2

The whistle is in great shaped structurally but its surface shows some age and wear

Striking Geometric Scrapwood Trivet or Wall Plaque #1 snugly lidded basket there is a little triangularI just love this handmade one of a kind trivet (and I have a second trivet clearly by the same maker, listed separately), which would be equally great placed on the table or hanging on the wall. I imagine it was constructed from bits of scrap wood left over from making other things, and certainly admire the resourcefulness and creativity of its maker in piecing these bit together in such a smart and striking way. There are at least four different