I have followup photos (21). This is a project for a friend of mine and I just obtained the piece from her. The following information I believe will answer your previously posted questions along with more measurements, et cetera. Again, your assistance truly is appreciated:
1)The entire piece is metal (type I don't know). 2) Measurement from end of handle to point of container is 14.5". 3)Handle including figurine at end is 10-1/8"L x 3/4" depth. 4) Figurine end of handle (furthest from container) 1-10/8" H. 5) Figurine (cat of some sort) 1-1/4"H. 6) Figurine (fish) 1-7/8" L. 7) Figurine closest to container 1-1/2" L x 1" H.
Container is hexagonal. 9) Container opens with "knob" at top. Note there are hinges which I tried to capture which are broken. 10) Container top measures 3-3/4" (end of handle to opposite corner) x 3-1/2". 11) Each hexagonal section measures 2-1/2" H x 2.0" W. 12) Circular part firmly attached to handle and container is 1-1/4" (outside dimension) x approximately 3/4" (inside dimension). 13) I cannot be certain but inside of container appears to have been painted. Again, I appreciate all of your help, knowledge, expertise, and patience - you've been great. More photos to follow