Lovely 19th Century Walnut Whimsy Rattle with Asymetrical Handle abstract print which I'd just treat as

which I'd just treat as a found sculpture and set on the shelf

printed in 1863 with a different back design and removed backgrounds from the court cards

but I am pretty certain the choice of blue ink for the printing connects it the Union

Salt fired I believe (which yielded a few shiny areas)

and most especially for ones with backgrounds populated with lots of little wooden houses

Lovely 19th Century Walnut Whimsy Rattle with Asymetrical Handle abstract print which I'd just treat asI love these sorts of folk art rattles, and this is a lovely antique example, carved of walnut. And unusual in my experience for having the handle extend down from one side rather than the center. Great form, beautiful wear to the handle, sturdy and substantial, lovely. 7 1 4" x 3 1 8" x 3". Excellent antique condition.