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Rattle, Whistle, and Bells

Nicholas Roosevelt

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Rattle, Whistle, and Bells by Nicholas Roosevelt: Gold-colored metal object with a red curved handle. The handle is smooth and cylindrical. The top portion of the object features ornate designs and a rectangular hole. There are two tiers of bells on either side of the object, each with a curved metal piece attached to the top. The background is dark gray.

Artwork Details

Date
1755–68
Medium
Gold, coral
Culture
American
Dimensions
500 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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