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Toys and Games ➔ Jolly Chimp Mechanical Toy
Identifier:
2019.35.117Description:
Jolly Chimp was a battery-operated toy created by Daishin C.K. of Japan in the 1950s through the 1970s. It featured a chimp wearing a yellow vest and striped pants that banged cymbals together when operated. It also screeched and bared it teeth.Date:
1950 – 1970Materials:
Metal, FabricDimensions:
10.5" h 7.5" w 8.5" dCurrent Location Status:
On ExhibitCollection Tier:
Tier 2Source:
The Estate of Beth SchwartzExhibit/Program:
Toys that Move (after February 27 2020)From the ancient Chinese and Greek automatons to the clockwork marvels of the Renaissance, inventors have always searched for ways to make their creations change and move. In modern times, many German and Japanese companies specialized in making a huge variety of affordable wind-up toys. In the twentieth century, the American firm Fisher-Price became well known for its high quality wooden, and eventually plastic, pull toys, many of which are seen in this new display.
Related Entities:
Brian Schwartz (donor) Daishin C.K. (creator)Daishin C.K. was located in Japan.
