Tickling Stick
Tickling Stick
Late 20th century (made)
Late 20th century (made)
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Sir Ken Dodd was a British comedian often described as "the last great music hall entertainer". He was primarily known for his live stand-up performances and one-liners. His verbal and physical comedy was supplemented by his tradmark red, white and blue "Tickling Stick" prop, often introduced by his characteristic upbeat greeting of "How Tickled I am!" When Sir Ken Dodd passed away in March 2018, tickling sticks were placed in various locations around Liverpool in commemoration.
Object details
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| Title | Tickling Stick (generic title) |
| Materials and techniques | No feathers, appears like spun polyester for duster |
| Brief description | Tickling stick used by Ken Dodd |
| Physical description | "Tickling Stick" used by Ken Dodd. Feather duster consisting of plastic rod and red, white and blue "feathers". |
| Credit line | Given by Simon Sladen |
| Summary | Sir Ken Dodd was a British comedian often described as "the last great music hall entertainer". He was primarily known for his live stand-up performances and one-liners. His verbal and physical comedy was supplemented by his tradmark red, white and blue "Tickling Stick" prop, often introduced by his characteristic upbeat greeting of "How Tickled I am!" When Sir Ken Dodd passed away in March 2018, tickling sticks were placed in various locations around Liverpool in commemoration. |
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| Accession number | S.540-2018 |
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| Record created | November 12, 2018 |
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