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

craft and design objects

it seems there was a whole set of them produced (copyright 1947)

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

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

Tiny Antique Painted Tin Penny Toy Boats vintage toy bowling pins There appears to be 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