Maud Ryan's Very Sweet 1900 Bird House on Tall Pole Drawing asian home decor Because I can't say no

Because I can't say no to red cross logos on most any old thing

it partially covers a dark tan/light brown glaze visible on the lower half of the vase

10 1/2” t x 9 1/8” w x 5 7/8” d and in very good condition

is pure delight

the letters not just being monograms but also speaking to where they were born or lived or were educated

Maud Ryan's Very Sweet 1900 Bird House on Tall Pole Drawing asian home decor Because I can't say noDone in graphite by a very young Maud Ryan at the dawn of the 20th century, this drawing absolutely meets my definition of transcendent. Nothing more than needed, but what a lot evoked. And quite a metaphor for the moment I'd say. 8" x 6 5 8" and in good condition, with some toning and smudges as evident.