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Dyson DC07

Toy Vacuum Cleaner
2001 (manufactured)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

This is a child sized replica of a Dyson DC07 with simulated cyclone action made by Casdon in 2001. Casdon specialise in making lifelike reproductions of domestic equipment for children. The Dyson was invented by James Dyson who launched it in 1993. Its most revolutionary feature being that it did not require a bag.

Object details

Categories
Object type
Parts
This object consists of 2 parts.

  • Vacuum Cleaner
  • Packaging
TitleDyson DC07 (manufacturer's title)
Materials and techniques
Injection-moulded plastic, printed card
Brief description
A child sized replica of a Dyson DC07, made by Cassidy Brothers Plc in 2001.
Physical description
A child sized replica of a Dyson DC07 with a simulated cyclone action, in its original box.
Dimensions
  • Vacuum cleaner height: 730mm
  • Vacuum cleaner width: 215mm
  • Vacuum cleaner depth: 250mm
Production typeMass produced
Gallery label
(01/07/2023)
All work and all play

Playing with a cooker and washing machine might seem like we’ve been tricked into doing chores, but it can feel good to take charge of our spaces.

It’s not all about responsibility though – sometimes it’s just fun to pretend to be a grown-up.

[Young V&A, Imagine Gallery, Small Worlds, group object label]
Credit line
Given by Cassidy Brothers plc
Subject depicted
Summary
This is a child sized replica of a Dyson DC07 with simulated cyclone action made by Casdon in 2001. Casdon specialise in making lifelike reproductions of domestic equipment for children. The Dyson was invented by James Dyson who launched it in 1993. Its most revolutionary feature being that it did not require a bag.
Collection
Accession number
B.9:1, 2-2003

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Record createdOctober 15, 2003
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