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On the reverse is a partial sketch that looks like a first stab at this drawing

I'd pour them into a pretty bowl and keep it nearby

there is some really interesting writing out there about the spiritual beliefs and rituals informing the very specific design of Antoni homes

There appears to be a plug on the backside of the mask at the mouth area but the front surface is solid

Tiny Antique Painted Tin Penny Toy Boats vintage toy bowling pins On the reverse is aI just love these little tin boats, one happily still with an adventurous looking tiny figure standing inside, attached by his feet I think their forms, lines, and and old paint just makes them really beautiful things. I believe these are antique penny toys, late 19th century or so, most likely made in Germany but I'm not 100% sure. Larger measures 4" l. Smaller 2 5 8" l. Good condition with rusting and paint loss as evident. The smaller on sits