Rattle In The Shape Of A Child's Head, 18th Century. Gilt Metal. In Good State Of Preservation. - May 18, 2023 | Setdart Auction House In Barcelona
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Rattle in the shape of a child's head, 18th century. Gilt metal. In good state of preservation.

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Rattle in the shape of a child's head, 18th century. Gilt metal. In good state of preservation.
Rattle in the shape of a child's head, 18th century. Gilt metal. In good state of preservation.
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Rattle in the shape of a child's head, 18th century.
Gilt metal.
In good state of preservation.
Measurements: 6.3 x 4.5 cm.
Eighteenth century rattle, made of metal, representing the head of a laughing child. At that time, rattles were still imbued with a certain magical character. It was not considered a simple toy to distract the child. Following very old traditions, metal figures with rattles were placed next to the child's cradle, especially when the child was ill, to protect it from the evil eye.
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Rattle in the shape of a child's head, 18th century. Gilt metal. In good state of preservation.

Estimate €350 - €400
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Starting Price €200

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