Tiny Mid-Century Cast Bronze Hedgehog sailing 3 1/4" diameter at base

3 1/4" diameter at base

giving this brush a nice warm patina

So many beautiful old tools in the world

The exterior of the box shows age and wear--the finish is well worn is spots

Because it is copper and features one smaller and one larger compartment inside

Tiny Mid-Century Cast Bronze Hedgehog sailing 3 1/4" diameter at baseThis wonderful tiny hedgehog reminds me of Walter Bosse's mid c nesting hedgehog ashtrays, but this one has no function other than to sit around looking sweet, which I'd say it does very well! Really a perfect little thing. 1960s I guess and in excellent condition. 3 4" l x 5 8" w x 1 2" tall. I am 99% certain it is cast bronze rather than brass. I've looked but have not been able to find another quite like it so am not sure of the maker and it is