22 strange antiques that raise a lot of questions
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By Pictolic https://pictolic.com/article/22-strange-antiques-that-raise-a-lot-of-questions.htmlWe know about the past only what is written in the history books. But how little we know about the tastes of our ancestors, their interests, hobbies, preferences in the interior and other little things that are rarely of interest to scientists. And very in vain! After all, old antiques can tell a lot about their owners. True, not these. These items raise more questions than answers. See for yourself.
A piglet-shaped cloak. Approximately 1970 year.
Pretty scary clockwork toy.
According to some people, the miracle-yudo fish-whale looked exactly like this.
Strange toy symbol of the Leipzig Fair, 1960s.
There are no questions about the design of this cup, it was created back in 1000 BC, so it's forgivable.
But this is not normal!
Either this devil is in fashionable bloomers, or he is pregnant. Either way, it's weird.
Creepy Cheburashka and Crocodile Gena.
Original smoking pipe in the form of a pig in a Kaiser's helmet. Made presumably in France or Britain.
Vessel in the form of a head. 180 BC e. - 500 AD e.
People have always admired cats. Nothing surprising.
But the figurine of a pig selling beef raises questions.
Like this tea party. Yes, they are also cats.
Ukrysh hedgehogs got to the wrong eyebrow master.
And again a pig. This time with a feather brush.
This cat figurine could be a meme. England, 1830s
The spice set comes from Japan.
Statuette of a boy riding a snail. Strange, but there is something in it.
Stand for toothpicks. These dogs are clearly on to something...
These boys seem to be playing "highchair", but the prize will be - it's okay to sit on the potty.
A helmet in the form of a polar bear's head was once used by the inhabitants of the north.
"Hi, I want to play the same game with you."
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