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Antonio Vitali Wood Toy Family Set for Creative Playthings

About the Item

Carved wood toy family by Antonio Vitali, Swiss toy designer. Vitali designed this set for Creative Playthings in 1954. These were marketed under the name Playforms. The set includes a father, a mother holding a baby, boy, girl, cat and dog. These have been played with and show some wear. Each has the owners name written on the bottom.
  • Creator:
    Creative Playthings (Manufacturer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 6.25 in (15.88 cm)Width: 2 in (5.08 cm)Depth: 1.13 in (2.88 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 7
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1955
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. These have been played with and show some wear. Each has the owners name written on the bottom.
  • Seller Location:
    San Mateo, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU953627448832
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