Target Game, 1937-1945

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Artifact Overview

Children target the birds in this game to score points. The game originally required a cork-shooting pistol to knock the target backwards over the fence. Each bird has a different value, so a steady hand and good aim will reward the player.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Game

Date Made

1937-1945

Place of Creation

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

91.87.26

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Wood (Plant material)
Paper (Fiber product)

Technique

Lithography

Dimensions

Height: 5 in
Width: 12.5 in
Length: 1.33 in

Target Game, 1937-1945