This is a small bird-shaped container made of Yosegi-zaiku (a type of Japanese marquetry). The head swivels, allowing you to change its direction. It's likely intended to hold items like a stamp. Please understand that this is an old item and may have scratches and stains before purchasing. *Price is not negotiable. Antique Vintage Brocante Retro antique vintage brocante antique art antiques flea market old tools crafts handicrafts art Japanese folk art folk crafts Scandinavian Eastern European goods Scandinavian goods Eastern European goods American goods Asian goods Showa retro Taisho Meiji Edo romance contemporary mid-century country folk figurine figure paperweight wooden carving wood carving one-stroke carving sculpture ornament object interior