Ephemera (objects) relating to Beatrix Potter books
MS. Opie 337
Bodleian Libraries, University of Oxford
Description
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Title
Ephemera (objects) relating to Beatrix Potter books
Shelfmark
MS. Opie 337
Summary
Peter Rabbit handkerchiefs: Set of three children's handkerchiefs printed with illustrations from Beatrix Potter books, in a cardboard cover with original Harrods paper bag, 1953.
Peter Rabbit plate: China plate 'Peter ran straight away to Mr. MacGregor's garden' with Peter Rabbit illustrations, 1975.
Peter Rabbit figurines: 'Timpo Models of The Famous Peter Rabbit Characters', four painted, cast lead[?] character figurines (Peter Rabbit, Timmy Tiptoes, Jeremy Fisher and Jemima Puddle-Duck) in their original box, c.1952.
Peter Rabbit greeting cards: Box of five greeting cards with Beatrix Potter illustrations, with envelopes, published to assist the Invalid Children's Aid Association, London, n.d.
Peter Rabbit notepad: Small notepad 'Happy Birthday Peter!' issued for the 75th Anniversary of 'Peter Rabbit', [1977].
Benjamin Bunny record: 45 r.p.m. record disc 'The Tale of Benjamin Bunny', narrated by Vivien Leigh, the story dramatised with music and full cast, H.M.V. Junior Record Club, [1960s].
Beatrix Potter wallpaper: Three sheets of paper wall frieze printed with illustrations from Beatrix Potter books, 1952.
Date
c.1952-1977
Language
English
Physical extent
1 box
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Collection contents
Archive of Iona and Peter Opie
Collected material and miscellaneous
Historic childhood and children's book ephemera
Ephemera (objects) relating to Beatrix Potter books
