Tiny, but pretty exquisite I think, I'd guess from a very old Santos figure or similar. A great deal of care was invested in carving then painting it (showing now a mix of brownish red and gold)--with beautifully tapering fingers, painted fingernails, and even fine lines carved into the palm of the hand. I also really love that the weight of hand itself is enough to outweigh the arm and post, so that it will rest with palm on the table, arm up. Quite a tiny treasure.

3 1/8" l x 1" w x 3/4" thickest. Very good antique condition, with no losses (except its body!) that I can see.