Beautiful Copper and Brass 1868/1871 Patented Stencil Wheel bluebird figurine north side of street

north side of street

6 3/8" across at lip

which unfold to reveal a velveteen interior designed to hold Singer sewing machine attachments

I think the wood is walnut

making for a pair of striking and delightful boxes great for jewelry

Beautiful Copper and Brass 1868/1871 Patented Stencil Wheel bluebird figurine north side of streetI've found a couple of these wonderful old stencil wheels over time, and keep an eye out for them as I think they're just fantastic things. This very early one, with 1868 and 1871 patent dates, is just about the best I've seen, and looks to combine (pretty unusually from what I've seen) a copper wheel with a rotating brass arm. It is in excellent condition with a gorgeous patina, and completely useable should one want to put it to work again. There