Painted and Lacquered Vintage Papier Mache Swan Napkin Rings painted wood bobber The icon of the boy

The icon of the boy and chick derives from an old nursery rhyme saying "If you're close enough to put salt on the tail of a bird then you're close enough to catch it

where one could turn the boat in a different direction daily based on a fantasy destination

" There is a hook on the back of the plate for hanging

who was then chair of the department of architecture at Harvard

as its round and flat form is a common one among them

Painted and Lacquered Vintage Papier Mache Swan Napkin Rings painted wood bobber The icon of the boyEleven swans a swimming I think these terrific vintage swan shaped napkin rings would make a pretty festive addition to the holiday table, but would equally be great for a summer picnic in the park. Made of papier mch, I believe, which has been hand painted and lacquered, each one is a little different, adding up to really lovely and unusual set. I'd guess these date to the 1940s or so but have not found any others like them. There are small chips to