Paper boat, made in Shetland

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This paper boat was made in the early 20th century by Mr Magnus Ratter of Ollaberry in Shetland.

Paper boat made by Mr Magnus Ratter, Ollaberry, Shetland, early 20th century

The children of working-class families relied for play on home-made toys and street games. As the 19th century went on, better-off children had access to an increasing range of toys and books.

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• Online ID: 000-100-103-213-C
• Image Rights Holder: National Museums Scotland
• Project: National Museums Scotland
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• Ref: National Museums Scotland  Q.L.1985.70.4161
• Date: early 20th century
  
• Material: Paper
  Paper boat
  
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• What: Paper boat
  
• Subject: Toys
  
• Who: Magnus Ratter, Ollaberry, Shetland (Maker)
  Miss Sandison (Owner)
  
• Where: Scotland, Shetland, Ollaberry
  
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