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The limbertoy is both a toy and a percussion instrument. It is said that it was popular during the American Civil War in the minstrel shows. To play it, you sit on a chair and tuck the paddle under one leg and tap it steadily with one hand while holding the dancer just above it. The legs clog madly and by moving the figure forward and back the arms swing like crazy. Of course, the dog and horse don't have “arms”, but you get the idea. The variety of rhythms that come from such a simple instrument-toy is amazing. Children and adults are fascinated by these simple and charming little dancers.

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