Lovely 19th Century Walnut Whimsy Rattle with Asymetrical Handle team of young men and hand-painted with wonderful all-over

and hand-painted with wonderful all-over maze-like geometric patterns

which I can just imagine him

and i've added a bit of archival tape to the reverse to secure one edge

a self-portrait of the soldier who made it

Vintage rather than antique

Lovely 19th Century Walnut Whimsy Rattle with Asymetrical Handle team of young men and hand-painted with wonderful all-overI love these sorts of folk art rattles, and this is a lovely antique example, carved of walnut. And unusual in my experience for having the handle extend down from one side rather than the center. Great form, beautiful wear to the handle, sturdy and substantial, lovely. 7 1 4" x 3 1 8" x 3". Excellent antique condition.