An Early American Childhood, Dolls, Toys and Playthings of American Youth, 1780-1889 Antique Wedding Cake Toppers Richard Simmons was not simply

Richard Simmons was not simply a private collector

rare early paper dolls

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to the esoteric

her dolls multiplied into an amazing collection

An Early American Childhood, Dolls, Toys and Playthings of American Youth, 1780-1889 Antique Wedding Cake Toppers Richard Simmons was not simplyBy Florence Theriault. A detailed account of the toys of early American youth through photographs and descriptions of actual examples. These are toys which preceded dolls by several decades as a viable and prominent American industry. 8 1 2" x 8 1 2". 88 pages. Price Key Included. BT 150