Nice Old Simple Carved Whimsy Chain dog squeak toy 200+ years old

200+ years old

A handful of Victorian paper lace valentines today

I just thought this was cool and great looking too

but overall good condition with the drawings clear and dark and very readable

I find this quite a strong and affecting drawing

Nice Old Simple Carved Whimsy Chain dog squeak toy 200+ years oldYou know I am always on the hunt for whimsies, but haven't found a whimsy chain in quite a while this one of two today, found together, each carved from one piece of wood. One sees simple whimsy chains like this continuing to be carved, but there's a world of difference this is a really nice, old one, with satisfying squarish form to the links, and rich, dry patina. One feels the hand of its maker all over this, a lovely example. 17" l x 1" w. Very