Victorian Papier-Mâché Alphabet Rattle Ball (c.1890–1910) With Noted Oral History of Bletchley Museum Association

Victorian Papier-Mâché Alphabet Rattle Ball (c.1890–1910) With Noted Oral History of Bletchley Museum AssociationA charming and visually captivating Victorian papier mch alphabet rattle ball, dating from circa 18901910. This finely decorated nursery object features vibrant chromolithograph images of birds, cherries, and foliage, framed by a complete AZ alphabet banda classic motif of late 19th century childhood learning toys. The sphere is hollow with its original internal rattle still sounding softly, offering a rare and intimate connection to the tactile play

lovingly created by English maker Goody Two Shoes

L32cm W17cm H6cm

Victorian Rose’s Lime cordial bottle

Hand painted with a wreath design and a Christmas quote using traditional sign writing materials and techniques

Accompanied by oral provenance indicating that it once formed part of the Bletchley Museum collection

and woven basket

The pendant begins as silver clay pressed into the historic mould

Perfect for elevated

and beautifully patinated

• Fern design created using an antique Wedgwood sprig mould

This ring can be worn beautifully on its own as a subtle statement

mica wings