What-is-it question XXXIV.

[2209patrick]

This item was made by Gottfred Bolch, Copenhagen, Denmark, in 1709.
It's 23.5 cm (about 9.5 inches) high.

The windmill does serve a purpose, it's not just decorative.
What was it called?



Pat.
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[byron mac donald]

Sure I am wrong, but just for the fun of it. How about a pepper mill?
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[Doos]

Its a windmill cup. For drinking games.

I believe you need to blow on the pipe to set the mill running and before it stops, you should have drank the cup empty and placed it back on the table (upside down).
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[2209patrick]

Well done Doos. You have described how it is used exactly.
The book calls it a "Mill Beaker".

Regards,
Pat.
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[Doos]

Such a shame old traditions die. Maybe I should build some modern versions and sell them on to the local pubs. Maybe where you need to blow up a dress or something.
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