Large Double Ball in Cage Carved Whimsy thermos brand the palette mixes deep red

the palette mixes deep red

They're  just wonderful objects that could be great used to hold a hair bun in place

and with arms that were made in

24 collotype plates

Great in a grouping

Large Double Ball in Cage Carved Whimsy thermos brand the palette mixes deep redSo many different sorts of whimsies to love, but I think these sort of architectural balls in cages are among my favorites. This substantially sized one has a nice dry patina, and is great both standing on end or laying horizontally, and lands at a nice mid point between rustic and refined. Found in Maine, and with a good number of years on it for sure. 6 7 8" long x 1 5 8" wide and deep. Very good vintage condition, with a couple of tiny hairline