C.W. Brooks' Wonderful Carved Hook Holder antique bridge counter Some ingrained dirt

Some ingrained dirt

This little sailor--constructed of two real walnuts for head and body

tapering forms giving them an architectural feel

or whether this particular set consists of mixed (though obviously matching) pieces

very structurally sound and with a nice patina

C.W. Brooks' Wonderful Carved Hook Holder antique bridge counter Some ingrained dirtI love this thing so much, though I have not been able to figure out the purpose of this particular hook, and what C. W. Brooks would done with it clearly a great many times. (My best guess might be something related to working with leather? I would love to know; if you know, please share!) I just find it super satisfying how the hook fits perfectly in its niche, and then the cover slides flush over it, and I might think the point of the hook itself