Probable maker O. & M. Hausser (German, 1904–1983)

Castle

1930-1940

Wood, burlap, plaster, paint, metal

Overall: 21 × 38 × 36 in. (53.3 × 96.5 × 91.4 cm)

Jerni Collection, acquired with generous support from Bloomberg Philanthropies, Richard Gilder, and an anonymous donor

2014.31.3968a-r

DescriptionCastle complex situated on a green wooden and plaster base (a). Base has a long sloping ramp that comes to a drawbridge and moves into a plateau village complex. All other elements are constructed of wood with pressed plaster that is painted to look like faux stone and shingle tiles. One castle structure (b). One tower (c). One L-shaped stable (d). Two overhead bridge arches (e,f). One covered walkway with arched columns (g). Three corner wall defense towers (h-j). Eight defense walls (k-r).

MarkingsUnmarked

ClassificationsTOYS