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The History of Little Fanny manuscript and paper dolls (Addition 39) 2024-0070, 1849 March 24

 File — Box: 10, Folder: 8

Scope and Contents

This addition to MSS 16758, History of Childhood, Parenting, and Family Building Collection (University of Virginia), contains one handmade juvenile manuscript titled The History of Little Fanny. Dated to March 24, 1849, the book features eleven pages of text with a watercolored cover. A set of seven watercolored paper dolls is in the accompanying slipcase, with each corresponding to a section of the written story. The reader can enact the tale throughout the story by changing Fanny's head between the paper costumes to illustrate her progress.

Dates

  • Creation: 1849 March 24

Conditions Governing Access

Some restrictions may apply due to fragile condition of paper dolls.

Extent

From the Collection: 7.5 Cubic Feet (12 document boxes, 2 os boxes and 1 cubic box)

Language of Materials

English

Immediate Source of Acquisition

This collection was purchased from Sophie Schneideman Rare Books by the Small Special Collections Library at the University of Virginia Library on 29 February 2024.

Repository Details

Part of the Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library Repository

Contact:
Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library
P.O. Box 400110
University of Virginia
Charlottesville Virginia 22904-4110 United States