Old Phoenix Brush Co Horsehair Shop Brush Japanese toy I just love the open

I just love the open beak with pale pink inside (can't you just hear it chirping

I was thrilled then to find this super sweet heart-shaped frame

It has definitely seen some use--the wood is well worn and it is missing a few bristles at the head and along one side

On the bottom he has written his name in pencil -- which appears

is just stunning

Old Phoenix Brush Co Horsehair Shop Brush Japanese toy I just love the openThis is a beautiful and super useful old horsehair work brush made by the Phoenix Brush Company. It has definitely seen some use the wood is well worn and it is missing a few bristles at the head and along one side, but there are plenty left to do the job of sweeping off the work table, and to look great doing it! 16" long (the handle itself is 14 5 8" long), 4 1 2" wide (handle is 1 3 4" wide), and 3 1 2" deep.