Jumping Jack
Date1830-1880
OriginEurope, Germany
MediumWood, paint, and string
Dimensions16" tall
Credit LineBequest of Mrs. Effie Thixton Arthur
Object number1979.1200.58
DescriptionThe figure is pinned at the shoulders, thighs and knees and, when the string at the bottom is pulled, its arms and legs move. Its head is also loose. The figure is two sided. On one side the figure is painted with a tall black hat and a red suit with gray and white details. On other side, the figure is painted with a blue costume with brown and pale yellow lined designs and a green hat.Exhibition(s)
1820-1880
Possibly 1856
ca. 1850
ca. 1807
Late 18th, early 19th century
1650-1675
