An early Robert 'Mouseman' Thompson fruit bowl, hand carved from oak with the signature mouse on the side. These early bowls were only made up until the 1960s, so they are quite rare. The bowls carved in the 60s onwards have the mice carved in the centre of the bowl, not on the outside. The diameter is 24 cm, so a fair bit smaller than the later bowls, which are 30.5 cm. It's also quite a thick, heavier made bowl. It is so well carved with a particularly good mouse. It has some really interesting patterns in the grain, giving it more character. It is in very good condition with no damage, just a bit of light old fruit acid staining to the well, and 2 splits, as can be seen in the pictures. It has wonderful patina and is a really good colour. The condition is in line with the age of the bowl. A beautiful Mouseman piece, these early bowls are always highly sought after.
 
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