Ralph L. Tomlinson Toy Collection Photographs
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Creation Date
1945
Coverage
1890-2011
Date Range
1945
Description
This wind-up toy was manufactured by Unique Art Manufacturing Company. It features the popular characters from the comic strip, Li'l Abner by Al Capp. When the clockwork mechanism is activated with the metal key, Li'l Abner dances while Daisy Mae plays the piano, Pappy Yokum plays the drums and Mammy Yokum keeps time. The piano is decorated with comical sayings. it is made of lithographed tin.
Format
Digital Photograph
Source
Ralph L. Tomlinson Toy Collection, "Learning Through Play" Exhibit in Leatherby Library
Keywords
Chapman University, Leatherby Library, Ralph L. Tomlinson, toys, antique, antiques