Toys · 1926
Playrooms of the Roaring Twenties
In 1926, children's play was transformed by durable steel construction sets, intricate wind-up tin toys, and realistic baby dolls. Standard gauge electric trains and beloved media icons like Felix the Cat dominated holiday wish lists during this vibrant decade.
- 1926 | Toy Doll | USA
Effanbee 'Bubbles' Doll
Designed by Bernard Lipfert, this landmark composition baby doll captivated children with its realistic sculpted face, soft body, and open-and-close eyes.
- 1926 | Model Train | Lionel Trains
Lionel No. 381E Electric Train
Lionel introduced this magnificent Standard Gauge electric locomotive in 1926, setting a new gold standard for high-end die-cast toy trains.
- 1926 | Outdoor Toy | Radio Steel & Mfg.
Radio Flyer Wagon
Italian immigrant Antonio Pasin officially branded his stamped-steel toy wagons as 'Radio Flyer' in 1926, capturing the era's obsession with radio technology.
- 1926 | Character Figure | Schoenhut
Schoenhut Felix the Cat Wooden Toy
Crafted from sturdy jointed wood, this licensed figure allowed kids to bring the silent animation screen icon into their own homes.
- 1926 | Construction Toy | A.C. Gilbert
Gilbert Erector Set
Featuring steel girders and real electric motors, A.C. Gilbert's popular building sets inspired young 1920s aspiring engineers and builders.
- 1926 | Mechanical Toy | Louis Marx & Co.
Marx Tin Wind-Up 'Charleston Dancer'
Capturing the Jazz Age dance craze, this inexpensive tin clockwork toy spun wildly across floors to the delight of kids and adults alike.
- 1926 | Wooden Toy | The Toy Tinkers
Tinkertoy Construction Sets
Consisting of wooden spools and rods, Tinkertoys remained one of the top-selling open-ended building toys across North America in 1926.
- 1926 | Card Game | Parker Brothers
Parker Brothers 'Touring' Card Game
Simulating the thrill and hazards of early motor trips, this popular card game had players dodging blowouts and speed traps.
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