Incredible Rare survivor Handmade, hand carved wood and leather fireplace bellows.Looks like oak wood. Intricately carved wood bellows.Very detailed on the front with outlined carving on the backside. Leaves, vines acorns double vase banners, this piece has it all.Fine detailed craftsmanship. The carvings are in very good condition.No chip cracks or repairs.Very original on all counts.Darkened brass flue in wonderful depiction of a Dog or Gargoyle creature.1800s sometime?.Was possibly red leather has 2 small holes.Leather worn very thin from age and use.Still works.Has all the iron tacks in place.The brass flue is solid and secured with 2 hand crafted flat head screws with offset slot.There are two holes in one of the handles where a strap was secured for hanging.One of the holes has a slight crack.Still strong wood around the hole.I do not know the country of origin.Possibly French or Italian.17 1/2 inches long X 7 3/8 inches at the widest point.1 pound 6 ounces in weight.Please ask any questions or request additional photos before purchase to insure a satisfactory transaction.Carefully packaged for a safe and Fast U.S.shipping.No international shipping.