Antique Building Block Set, German, Pine, Froebel, Toy Box, Edwardian C.1910
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This is an antique building block set. A German, pine 71-piece Froebel toy box, dating to the Edwardian period. A fascinating building block set with great period appeal. Rare and highly collectible. Displays a desirable aged patina. Pine storage box shows rich caramel hues and charming children's handwriting. 71-pieces predominantly in pine with red coloured pieces cast in stone.
Fantastic lithograph box illustration applied upon a larger piece. The image of Friedrich Froebel — the inventor of the kindergarten — appears top left. A wonderfully Germanic bridge structure aids the imagination. Bricks comprising of straights in different lengths, archways and triangles
This is a wonderful opportunity to experience an antique building box set from the founder of the kindergarten. Sure to inspire old and young alike, delivered polished and ready for the home.
Condition : Presented in very good antique condition.
Materials : Pine
Origin : German, European
Manufacture Date : c.1910
Additional Information
18.6587 (AB-102966)
W: 38cm (15")H: 8.5cm (3.3")D: 29cm (11.4")
Early 20th Century, Mid 20th Century, Edwardian (1901 to 1910)
German
Hele, United Kingdom
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