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Canary Shaped Toy

Object Details

Description
Molded celluloid balance toy, in the shape of a bird (canary). Yellow body, orange beak and feet, black dot for eyes, with black eyebrows. Feet are shaped into a small hook, which would enable the toy to balance on the side of a bowl or glass. Possibly used for a christmas ornament as well. See similar ornaments: 1993.0157.20, 1993.0157.18, 1993.0157.17, 1993.0157.16, 1993.0157.15.
Location
Currently not on view
Data Source
National Museum of American History
date made
1930 - 1950
Credit Line
Gift of Nancy M. and Robert R. Garvey, Jr.
Physical Description
celluloid (overall material)
paint (decoration material)
Measurements
overall: 1 in x 4 3/8 in x 1 1/4 in; 2.54 cm x 11.1125 cm x 3.175 cm
Object Name
ornament, christmas
Other Terms
Ornament; Decoration
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