Magical Flower Growth. Circa 1880. Hand-painted toleware tube is shown empty and used to cover a black metal pedestal. Earth and seeds are dropped into the opening and when the cover is lifted, a small bouquet or plant has appeared on the stand. Spring-loaded mechanism. Height 11 ¼”. Paint chipped on one side. First example we have encountered.
Several elements of this prop have been incorporated into the workings of the modern flower production prop known as the Botania.