Toy Pail, 1945-1955
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Colorful carousels reached the height of their popularity in the early 1900s, but by the middle of the century, these once-thrilling amusement park staples no longer excited most adult riders. After World War II, carousels found a new audience at "kiddie parks" geared specifically to families. The carousel's classic sights, sounds, and motion delighted both young riders and parental onlookers.
Colorful carousels reached the height of their popularity in the early 1900s, but by the middle of the century, these once-thrilling amusement park staples no longer excited most adult riders. After World War II, carousels found a new audience at "kiddie parks" geared specifically to families. The carousel's classic sights, sounds, and motion delighted both young riders and parental onlookers.
Artifact
Pail
Date Made
1945-1955
Place of Creation
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
84.133.1
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Steel (Alloy)
Tin (Metal)
Dimensions
Height: 7.5 in
Length: 6 in
Diameter: 5.25 in
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