Toy Lamb, 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
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
Manufacturer is unknown. Possibly made in Pennsylvania or Germany.
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
30.749.16
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Composition (Material)
Paint (Coating)
Wood (Plant material)
Cloth
Color
White (Color)
Dimensions
Height: 5 in
Width: 1.5 in
Length: 4 in
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