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Dressing doll. Simple Simon
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Dressing doll. Simple Simon
Dressing doll. Simple Simon. Cut-out postcard enabling children to cut out the garments & fit them on the body of the nursery rhyme character. Date: 1921
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© Mary Evans Picture Library/Peter & Dawn Cope Collection
Body Bowley Character Doll Dressing Enabling Garments Leonora Nursery Rhyme Simon Simple 1921
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Step into the world of Simple Simon, the beloved nursery rhyme character, with this charming 1921 dressing doll postcard. This intricately designed print invites children to engage in an imaginative play experience, allowing them to cut out the various garments and dress the figure of Simple Simon. The postcard features a detailed illustration of Simple Simon, dressed in his iconic blue jacket and brown trousers, with a mischievous grin on his face. The artist behind this delightful creation is Ada Leonora Budgell Bowley. Bowley was a prolific illustrator, known for her whimsical and engaging artwork, which graced many children's books and educational materials during the early 20th century. Her illustrations often featured children in playful situations, encouraging creativity and exploration. This Simple Simon dressing doll postcard is a testament to the power of imagination and the joy of play. It offers a glimpse into the past, when children's entertainment was simpler, and the joy of dressing a doll was a cherished activity. The postcard's age-old charm continues to captivate and delight, making it a treasured keepsake for collectors and enthusiasts of nursery rhymes and vintage children's art.
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