Found this hollow ceramic bird in a box of old kitchen stuff. It has a hole in the beak and the bottom. No idea what it’s for.

The distinctive bird shape became popular in the Victorian era, partly due to its aesthetic appeal and partly because the bird’s beak provided a natural and effective steam vent. Over time, the design evolved, but the core function remained the same.

4. Spotting the Clues: Beak And Bottom Holes, Glaze, And Shape

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