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Toy theatre character

Object

Toy theatre

Production date

1850-1900

Object number

1991.508

Physical Description

This is a card character of a standing man with a chest wound. A toy theatre set may have been used by wealthy children in the 1800s. This set was made in the 1850s by Pollocks of Hoxton. The theatre and its many characters could be bought ready to use or be painted at home by the children.

Associated Organisation

Pollock's (Produced by)

Material

Card

Dimension

Height (Whole): 84mm
Width (Whole): 44mm
Depth (Whole): 1mm

On display?

Yes
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