Harry Monk, Massachusetts, Vintage Carved Shorebird steel wire which I assume a discoloration

which I assume a discoloration in the bone though perhaps is the product of age/wear

Box measures 4 3/4" X 3 1/2" X 1 1/8"

depicting "the Southern states" nearly obscures its details

10 1/2” x 6 11/16”

The vase measures 10 3/4" tall with a diameter of 4 3/4" at base

Harry Monk, Massachusetts, Vintage Carved Shorebird steel wire which I assume a discolorationThis shore bird, carved and stamped by Harry Monk (1916 2010) of Whitman, MA, is not especially old I guess later 20th c. but I think quite beautifully done, with an elegance to the form, orange glass eyes, and very satisfying paint job, especially the mottling on the wings. Very handsome, with a graceful and serene presence. 9 1 2" l x 7 1 2" t x 2 7 8" w (at base). Very good condition.