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NameInstruction manual from puzzle 'Not too hasty'
ProductionRichter; manufacturer(s); 1900-1920; Germany
Classificationpuzzles
Materialspaper
Materials SummaryBlocks are made of quartz sand, powdered chalk and linseed oil
DimensionsOverall: 73mm (width), 72mm (height)
Registration NumberGH023303/3
Credit lineGift of Gretchen van Praag, 2012
Overview
This puzzle made of 'Anchor' blocks is an early example of this type of toy which was first produced in 1880 and is still in production. It was designed to correlate with Friedrich Froebel's theories and the 'mental development of the young mind'.
The toy is a significant link to the childhood of the Lieber sisters and their JewishGerman roots.