Antique 1900's Garden of the Gods Trading Post - Carved Gypsum Tree Stump - Cinco De Mayo good 1909

Pleased to offer this wonderful early 20th Century hand carved gypsum tree stump from the Garden of the Gods Trading Post. Dated May 5 1909 - finely carved. Likely by Charles Strausenback who owned the trading post, he often carved stumps and they are confidently rendered as is this one. The intended function is a toothpick holder.

-unsigned, attributed to Charles Strausenback
-Made at The Garden of the Gods Curio Company 1909
-Measures 2.5" inches tall

Please see photos for condition
Light surface scratch across interior of bowl good