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“Toy” and alike (4)

Named after the fact that they appear in pattern books by toy manufacturers in Germany (Ore Mountains) in 19th century.

Germany, "Toy"
Mid 19th century
Fruitwood K 9.6; p 5.2
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Germany, "Toy"
Mid 19th century
Fruitwood K 9.1; p 4.7
Box 19.0×10.6×6.9
Board 41.3×41.3
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Germany, "Toy"?
Mid to late 19th century
Fruitwood K 8.9; p 3.1
Box/board 13,3×9.9×7.0 (closed)

 

This Ore Mountains set does not have the usual painted faces, but is very similar to the Toy sets.

Germany, "Toy alike"
Mid 19th century
Fruitwood K 7.7; p 3.7
Box/Board 29.7×14.6×5.4
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