Cradle

A model cradle, part of a Punch and Judy set belonging to puppeteer Peter Butchard (1909-2009). It would have been intended for the Baby. The prop is made from a cigar box. The stamped lettering: 'THE STRAIGHT...', can be seen inside. A piece of newspaper is stuck in the base. The cradle has two dips in the sides and sits on flat rockers one of which is missing. The exterior is painted brown.

Object Details

ID: ZBA4106
Collection: Toys, games and music
Type: Cradle
Display location: Not on display
Creator: Unknown
Date made: Unknown
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: Overall: 175 x 85 x 89 mm