Constructional toy
Category
Toys
Date
Unknown
Materials
Wood
Measurements
Each plank (min) - 29 mm (length); 21 mm (width), Each plank (max) - 128 mm (length); 21 mm (width)
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Sudbury Hall Museum of Childhood, Derbyshire
NT 663976
Summary
Pieces of the constructional toy 'The Little House Builder' late 19th century'. This title is printed on the accompanying printed card on a triangular wooden demonstration label. The constructional parts are wooden, beech, smooth planed finish with notches into which each successive plank is fitted. The constructional set allows the builder to build houses of different designs. Total number of items is 78.
Marks and inscriptions
Triangular wooden label: ' "THE LITTLE HOUSE BUILDER" late 19th century/'