Result
蠅とり器

Fly Trap 蠅とり器

尾張時計株式会社/製造

This spring-loaded fly swatter invented by a clock company was a big hit in the Taisho era. The spring-loaded rotating square pillar was coated with alcohol or vinegar to attract flies, which were then caught in the rotation and fell into the box, where they were unable to escape.
Collection of
Edo-Tokyo Museum
Title
Fly Trap
Collection ID
90362304
Category
Lifestyle and Folk Custom
Sub Category
Social Life
Creation Date
20世紀 
Size
26.7 cm x 24.2 cm x 15.2 cm
Edo-Tokyo Museum Digital Archives
https://www.edohakuarchives.jp/detail-58148.html

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