Antique Folk Art Whirligig Mechanical Figure decauville This vintage camel was purchased

This vintage camel was purchased from Merchandise Mart in Chicago

and discoloration

indicating that the wind-up function needs to be worked on some to restore the toy to its original condition

This lighter measures 2"W x 2"D x 6

Antique Folk Art Whirligig Mechanical Figure decauville This vintage camel was purchasedHandcrafted folk art whirligig constructed from carved and assembled wood elements, designed as a wind powered kinetic figure. The piece features a compact, box like base supporting a vertical post and articulated upper structure, originally intended to animate through rotation when exposed to wind. Surfaces show evidence of hand shaping and simple joinery, with a utilitarian approach to construction that favors movement and durability over