Granny Allen's Tiger

[poliphilo]

I've been meaning to post this for weeks.

My Granny Allen trained as a woodcarver- around 100 years ago- and this small plaque is an example of her work. I don't have a tape measure to hand but I'd say it was about 8"X8".  The "royal tiger" is a badge of the Leicestershires- the regiment my grandfather served with during the First World War.  

Of all the knick-knacks we've got lying around the house, this is the one I'd least want to lose.

Comments

[daisytells.livejournal.com]

To quote John Cleese: It is, "Very Nice Indeed". Yes, by all means it should become an heirloom. There is so much talent in your family! It is a fine piece of wood and it contains a fine carving of a royal cat...

[poliphilo.livejournal.com]

I've been thinking how there comes a time when one should start handing things on. One can always put bequests in a will, but I think it's better to act while one's still alive.