Quick Loader, Excellent Antique American Can Co. Dusting Powder Squeeze Tin brutalist bear And it makes a great

And it makes a great whistle by blowing into the large hole on its side near the tail

Some darkening around the rim of the plate

with the lid showing some old stamping on both sides

There is one small

Quick Loader, Excellent Antique American Can Co. Dusting Powder Squeeze Tin brutalist bear And it makes a greatThis one is all about the combination of form and graphics and language for me a proud quick loader, ready to squeeze and release! Made by the American Can Co. for dusting powder used for cleaning rifles I believe, with great lettering and what looks like an eye at the center of the label, which marks the spot to press it. Late 19th century. 4 1 2" l x 2 3 4" in diameter x 1 1 8". Good condition, sound and sturdy, with general wear and scattered light