49: Changing Vase

Changing Vase. After Martinka & Co., ca. 1890. Impressive nickel-plated vase 6" in diameter at its mouth, 13" high from finial to foot. The vase will change a large quantity of rice or bran into a quantity of spring balls, an orange, or other solid objects. Unlike other similar devices, a spring loaded mechanism causes appearance of the object(s) inside the vase from its concealed position in the lid. Shows wear expected from age, but good condition. Rare.