A Round Pea Whistle, dating c. 18th century to early 19th century,
An outstanding example of a design using various geometrical elements
forming a uniquely sculpted design.
From the country were Stradivarius made his violins in the 17th & 18th Cent.
Materials: Gun Metal (a type of bronze – an alloy of copper, tin, and zinc )
& painted extra hard wood.
L: 69 mm
The engraving reads Ajroldi and was probably ordered for noble man of the
Ajroldi di Robbiate see wikipedia
A Detail of top, old pre-hole in the bubble which I had discussed here many years ago observing early 19th century characteristic designs.
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Sir,
I had found some antiques with whitssel on my home which was collapsed on massif earthquake in Nepal 2015,I want to rebuilt my house due to lack of funds so I want to sale it if any one interested pls contact.
Made year 1941 (before the 2nd world war)
Hope to positive response