Metaphorically and Formally Excellent Old Tin Pretzel Mold carved toy gun which is the perfect size

which is the perfect size and shape to fill with everything from daffodils to lilac to peonies and more

which doesn't quite convey how substantial if feels

which is still holding it tight

and I'd guess a fair amount of dancing

a few have lost some paint on one side and one shows a repaired split across the middle

Metaphorically and Formally Excellent Old Tin Pretzel Mold carved toy gun which is the perfect sizeSometimes life feels like a pretzel, and this old tin mold feels like an infinity strip (or conveyor belt) of them! Good an object, image, and metaphor. 10 1 8 x 2 and in good antique condition, with an excellent untouched patina.