Fabulous Old Mexican Clay Hand-painted Bobble Head Armadillo little brass boot and the instructions

and the instructions

The painting itself is in very good antique condition

and created a wide mix of drawings

Dating from around the late 19th century

The wood handle is well worn

Fabulous Old Mexican Clay Hand-painted Bobble Head Armadillo little brass boot and the instructionsI love this guy, Mexican I believe and definitely with some years on him, but in terrific shape and it is near impossible to stop his head and tail from bobbling! He's made of clay, impressed with scaly texture, and rather brilliantly painted to look positively ancient and very armadillo like, with a wonderful little face too. I'd think mid 20th century or so though am not entirely certain, with a little wire loop on his back should one want to hang