Peter Rabbit Stuffed Toy, circa 1918

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Artifact Overview

The Tale of Peter Rabbit, by Beatrix Potter, was published in 1902. Soft or stuffed animals were being made in factories by the late 1800s. From the beginning, they were marketed to young children and to girls as well as boys.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Stuffed animal (Toy)

Date Made

circa 1918

Place of Creation

Creator Notes

Possibly made in the United States

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

2000.80.1

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Composite material
Wool (Textile)
Cotton (Textile)
Cloth
Straw (Plant material)

Color

Brown
White (Color)
Red
Black (Color)

Dimensions

Height: 16.5 in
Width: 8.0 in