Toy Dog, 1875-1905

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Artifact Overview

Children love noisy toys. In the late 1800s, toymakers placed figures of animals on bellows. When depressed the bellows squeaked or made a noise -- to the delight of the surprised child.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Toy (Recreational artifact)

Date Made

1875-1905

Creator Notes

Possibly made in Pennsylvania or Germany

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

00.3.15877

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Wood (Plant material)
Leather
Papier mâché

Color

Black (Color)
Yellow (Color)
Green

Dimensions

Height: 4.75 in
Width: 2.25 in
Length: 4.125 in

Toy Dog, 1875-1905