Kinsey's Toy Building Blocks, 1875-1885
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Children could build their own creation or construct one of the illustrated forms with this set of building blocks. Patented in 1875, the swastika's interlocking shape held the structures securely together--a plus for construction toys. In the 19th century the swastika held many positive meanings--including "good luck." Only later in the mid-20th century would it become a symbol of hate.
Children could build their own creation or construct one of the illustrated forms with this set of building blocks. Patented in 1875, the swastika's interlocking shape held the structures securely together--a plus for construction toys. In the 19th century the swastika held many positive meanings--including "good luck." Only later in the mid-20th century would it become a symbol of hate.
Artifact
Building blocks
Date Made
1875-1885
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
37.343.2
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Wood (Plant material)
Paper (Fiber product)
Color
Orange (Color)
Blue
Gold (Color)
Black (Color)
Dimensions
Height: 2.5 in
Width: 8 in
Length: 4.5 in
Inscriptions
On box lid: E. U. KINSEY'S / TOY BUILDING BLOCKS
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