CRADLE AND DOLL

H 310mm / W 340mm

This late 19th century children’s toy reproduces the traditional Armenian countryside cradle. It is a refined toy, the wood is turned, the bedspread and cushions are embroidered as is the doll’s traditional costume.”

Late 19th century photograph.

Notice that the very young mother is nursing her child in the cradle.

Early 20th century photograph.

All families had the same type of cradle.

Wood and cloth,19th century

CRADLE AND DOLL

Wood and cloth,19th century