Toy Frog
1920 - 1929 (made)
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This small paper frog jumps into the air! Underneath its shiny green body, a metal spring propels it upwards to the surprise of people nearby.
This trick toy belonged to Eileen Brock (born 1915), who donated many items of clothing, toys, and an archive to the Museum of Childhood. Small penny toys like this one were typical presents for children in the 1920s.
This trick toy belonged to Eileen Brock (born 1915), who donated many items of clothing, toys, and an archive to the Museum of Childhood. Small penny toys like this one were typical presents for children in the 1920s.
Object details
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| Materials and techniques | Paper, moulded and varnished, and metal |
| Brief description | Green paper frog with metal spring, probably made in England, 1920s |
| Physical description | Green card, moulded into shape of frog, with textured, varnished surface. Underneath, there is a metal plate and spring affixed to the body through two holes. This plate is designed to be rotated 180 degrees, and then springs back, catapulting the frog into the air. |
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| Production type | Mass produced |
| Credit line | Given by Eileen Brock |
| Object history | Belonged to the donor as a child. |
| Summary | This small paper frog jumps into the air! Underneath its shiny green body, a metal spring propels it upwards to the surprise of people nearby. This trick toy belonged to Eileen Brock (born 1915), who donated many items of clothing, toys, and an archive to the Museum of Childhood. Small penny toys like this one were typical presents for children in the 1920s. |
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| Accession number | B.339-2012 |
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| Record created | December 20, 2012 |
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