7+ Foot Long, Extra Lovely Antique Carved Whimsy Chain with Ball in Cage interactive which I'm discovering were produced

which I'm discovering were produced in some variety including many as free give aways

the beautifully shaped tin of the scoop wraps around the sides of the base

and the tramp frame

This drawing I believe dates to the very early 20th c

you know I am obsessed with old clay marbles

7+ Foot Long, Extra Lovely Antique Carved Whimsy Chain with Ball in Cage interactive which I'm discovering were producedIt's been quite a long while since I've found a nice antique whimsy chain with some length to it and this is that and them some. Stretching 86 inches and quite skillfully carved, with elegantly shaped long links interrupted with one long double ball in cage, and terminating with a "lock" secured by a cross peg (akin to pegged stoppers on the inside of bottle whimsies.) Really a pretty one, perfect for hanging or draping over a few nails, in excellent