Antique Folk Art Whirligig Mechanical Figure decauville and Standard Churn prior to

and Standard Churn prior to the turn of the century

indicating that the wind-up function needs to be worked on some to restore the toy to its original condition

This lighter measures 2"W x 2"D x 6

The Greater New York Brewery

This vintage camel was purchased from Merchandise Mart in Chicago

Antique Folk Art Whirligig Mechanical Figure decauville and Standard Churn prior toHandcrafted folk art whirligig constructed from carved and assembled wood elements, designed as a wind powered kinetic figure. The piece features a compact, box like base supporting a vertical post and articulated upper structure, originally intended to animate through rotation when exposed to wind. Surfaces show evidence of hand shaping and simple joinery, with a utilitarian approach to construction that favors movement and durability over