This one’s a puzzler. There appear to be feathers draped around the neck below the face. If the figure is supposed to be an American Indian (doesn’t look like it to me, but let’s just suppose), then perhaps it represents the American colonies and the golden cup above might represent the Imperial Empire. Or maybe I’m just overthinking this one.
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I’ve been enjoying your collection of door knockers. Such a good idea, very inspiring!
This is nice too. I don’t have a clue what the meaning is , so your guess is just fine.
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