Hochet, un répertoire de formes

The rattle is the first toy a toddler is introduced to, designed to stimulate the five senses and encourage development. Many renowned designers have taken an interest in this early-learning toy and given it new forms: Hugo Kükelhaus, Antonio Vitali, Patrick Rylands, Kay Bojesen, Fredun Shapur… This book presents an inventory of the most inventive creations, from the 1950s to the 2000s, based on a unique collection. All these creations are part of a history – social, educational, aesthetic – and constitute a repertoire of shapes and colours with strong visual impact, which holds a singular place in twentieth-century design.