Mechanical Wooden Tabletop Wheel Turner Whimsy unusual basket I really don't know anything

I really don't know anything about this antique doll

I just love this solid walnut top as an object

5" tall x 5 1/4" across at handle

as seen here

with a bit of wear to the wood

Mechanical Wooden Tabletop Wheel Turner Whimsy unusual basket I really don't know anythingI have lots of love for the person who created this whimsical construction no small effort, but definitely worth it for the delight and satisfaction it delivers! Move the lever at the far end up and down to get it going, then after a few ups and downs of the joints in the middle the wheels will start turning and the more ups and downs the faster they go! And as it should be, the parts make a fair amount of clacking as they move, enhancing the pleasure