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Vintage 1951 Swiss/German children’s games activity book titled Jakobi wo bisch du? featuring charming mid-century color illustrations throughout.
This uncommon hardcover book contains traditional children’s games, songs, movement activities, and outdoor play ideas intended for children ages 3–12. Written in German/Swiss dialect and published in Switzerland, it features beautiful colorful illustrations that make it highly collectible for lovers of mid-century children’s artwork and European ephemera.
Published in 1951 by Fabrik Von Maggis Nahrungsmitteln, Kempttal with distribution by Orell Füssli Verlag Zürich.
Features:
* Hardcover edition
* Mid-century color illustrations throughout
* Swiss/German language text
* Children’s folk games & activity content
* Wonderful display-worthy artwork
Condition:
* Rear hinge/internal glue separation present
* Book remains intact overall
* General age-related wear to cover and edges
* Some spotting/discoloration from age
* Interior pages appear clean overall
* Please see all photos for exact condition
A wonderful collectible piece for vintage book collectors, nursery decor, mid-century illustration lovers, or Swiss cultural ephemera collectors.
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