Spinning Lark Mirror Decoy
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Spinning Lark Mirror Decoy
France, 19th Century
20 in. tall by 10 in. wide
This rare and refined European hunting artifact features a finely crafted stake fitted with a spinning top embedded with mirrors. These were used to attract larks which have been popular table fare in Europe. A French name for these devices is "miroir aux alouettes."
As found.
France, 19th Century
20 in. tall by 10 in. wide
This rare and refined European hunting artifact features a finely crafted stake fitted with a spinning top embedded with mirrors. These were used to attract larks which have been popular table fare in Europe. A French name for these devices is "miroir aux alouettes."
As found.
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Spinning Lark Mirror Decoy
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