Feestvierend speelgoed c. 1900 - 1930

"Feestvierend speelgoed" (Celebrating Toys) is a black and white ink drawing on paper by Dutch artist Elly Verstijnen. Created sometime between 1900-1930, the artwork depicts a playful scene of a doll and her furry toy companion dancing amidst a room full of other toys, including a teddy bear, a doll in a stroller, and a wooden toy soldier. Verstijnen's playful and detailed drawing captures the innocence and joy of childhood through the lively interactions of these various toys. The whimsical and slightly chaotic arrangement of the figures creates a sense of fun and energy.