Juvenilia Collection

Dolls house, c. 1880 (wood)
872316 Dolls house, c.1880 (wood) by English School, (19th century); 63.5x58 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: with hinged front revealing paper lined rooms); Photo eChristies Images; English

Pig rattle, c. 400 BC (pottery)
3107728 Pig rattle, c.400 BC (pottery) by Greek, (4th century BC); length: 14 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: With short trumpet-shaped nose with central ridge, large folded ears)

Nonsense Alphabet - R, 1860 (pen and ink on blue paper backed with linen)
1217971 Nonsense Alphabet - R, 1860 (pen and ink on blue paper backed with linen) by Lear, Edward (1812-88); 31.7x20.5 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford

Large group of toy soldiers or campaign map-markers in the form of French infantry, c
2921970 Large group of toy soldiers or campaign map-markers in the form of French infantry, c.1810-14 (painted wood) (see also 2921969) by Unknown Artist

Dolls house, late 19th century (wood)
872363 Dolls house, late 19th century (wood) by English School, (19th century); 175x95 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: With hinged front revealing four rooms, each with floral painted wallpaper)

Linen press modelled as a dolls house (wood)
872313 Linen press modelled as a dolls house (wood) by European School, (19th century); 213.5x126.5x47 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The door enclosing two shelves)

Regency childs rattle, teether and whistle, marked London 1815 / 1816
CH466658 Regency childs rattle, teether and whistle, marked London 1815/1816 (enamelled gold & coral) by Montague, James & Ray

Large group of toy soldiers or campaign map-markers in the form of French infantry, c
2921969 Large group of toy soldiers or campaign map-markers in the form of French infantry, c.1810-14 (painted wood) (see also 2921970) by Unknown Artist

Early Marklin US market fort, c. 1895-1908 (handpainted tinplate)
653632 Early MAarklin US market fort, c.1895-1908 (handpainted tinplate) by German School; Private Collection; (add.info.: Cat. ref)

George II toy chocolate pot, c. 1730 (silver & wood)
997175 George II toy chocolate pot, c.1730 (silver & wood) by Slater, James (fl.c.1730); height: 11.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: with tapering sides and domed cover)

Dolls house on associated base with drawer (wood)
872364 Dolls house on associated base with drawer (wood) by European School; 115.5x115.5x45.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Three bays)

Dolls house linen press of recent manufacture (mahogany)
872315 Dolls house linen press of recent manufacture (mahogany) by European School; 211x110.5x48 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Facade modelled as a Georgian house)

G Wither, Juvenilia, J Budge 1622 (b / w photo)
5988850 G Wither, Juvenilia, J Budge 1622 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: G Wither, Juvenilia, J Budge 1622)

George II grained four-room baby house, c. 1750 (wood, glass & mixed media)
872314 George II grained four-room baby house, c.1750 (wood, glass & mixed media) by English School, (18th century); 186x136x59 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

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"Exploring the World of Juvenilia: A Journey Through Time and Imagination" Step into a bygone era with these enchanting artifacts from the world of juvenilia. Delicate and intricate, each piece tells a story of childhood wonder and playfulness. Take a peek inside the dolls house from c. 1880, crafted meticulously out of wood. Its miniature rooms hold secrets waiting to be discovered, inviting you to create your own little world within its walls. Travel even further back in time as you marvel at the pig rattle from c. 400 BC, made with skillful pottery techniques. This ancient toy once brought joy to young hands, its gentle rattling sound echoing through centuries. Intriguingly whimsical is the Nonsense Alphabet - R from 1860, drawn with precision using pen and ink on blue paper backed with linen. Each letter dances across the page, sparking imagination and laughter in children's hearts. Witness an army come alive as you encounter a large group of toy soldiers or campaign map-markers shaped like French infantrymen. These tiny warriors carry tales of battles fought on imaginary landscapes during times long gone by. The late 19th-century wooden dolls house stands tall as a testament to craftsmanship and creativity. Its detailed design captures Victorian elegance while offering endless possibilities for make-believe adventures. A linen press transformed into another miniature dwelling showcases recent manufacturing skills in mahogany woodwork—a modern twist on traditional playthings that still captivate young minds today. Discover history's echoes in an exquisite Regency child's rattle, teether, and whistle marked London 1815/1816—proof that toys have always been cherished companions throughout generations. Marvel at Marklin's hand-painted tinplate fort designed for the US market between 1895-1908—an impressive structure that transported children to faraway lands where they could defend their imaginary territories against unseen foes. An elegant George II toy chocolate pot from c.