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Add to wishlistGELY mechanical billiards game with two men, Germany, circa 1920–1930
EUR 500,00Category: Antique Tinplate Mechanical Toy Figures
A large and decorative mechanical billiards game with two men positioned on opposite sides of the green billiard table. Made in Germany by Georg Levy under the GELY trademark, it dates from circa 1920–1930, before the Second World War. Georg Levy founded GELY in Nuremberg in 1920 and became known for imaginative mechanical tin toys. The scene is made of colourful tinplate with fine details on the players, table and balls. The toy has a wind-up clockwork mechanism, and both the mechanism and action function well. Preserved with attractive, clear colours. Length 35 cm.
Add to wishlistEBO Pao-Pao mechanical tinplate peacock, Hans Eberl, circa 1915–1920
EUR 440,00Category: Antique Tinplate Mechanical Toy Figures
A beautiful and characterful mechanical Pao-Pao peacock, manufactured by Hans Eberl (EBO) of Nuremberg, Germany, circa 1915–1920. Hans Eberl founded his toy business around 1900 and became known for imaginative mechanical tin toys. Pao-Pao is one of the factory’s most distinctive models, made of colourful lithographed tinplate with a large spread tail. The peacock is especially decorative, with beautiful, vivid colours and finely lithographed details. The clockwork mechanism works. Preserved with age- and play-related wear and minor paint loss, corresponding to condition grade 2. Length 26 cm.
Add to wishlistKellermann CKO military motorcycle with two soldiers, No. 357
EUR 595,00Category: Antique Tinplate cars, ships, airplanes and motorbikes
Rare military motorcycle with two soldiers, manufactured by Georg Kellermann & Co. (CKO) of Nuremberg, Germany. Known as the Socius or pillion motorcycle, this is model No. 357. Made of lithographed tinplate and featuring soldiers with helmets and rifles, it was produced before the Second World War, circa 1935–1939. One side is free from rust, while the other shows some age-related rust. A decorative and characterful collector’s toy retaining its attractive original lithography. Length approx. 14 cm.
Add to wishlistAntique papier-mâché Milliner’s Model in original wooden display case, circa 1830.
EUR 2.590,00Category: Antique Papier-mâché/Paper-Mache Dolls and Wooden dolls (1750-1860)
A rare and exceptionally well-preserved early papier-mâché doll, known as a Milliner’s Model, made in Germany circa 1830. The doll comes from the former Mary Merritt Doll Museum and has been protected for decades in her original glass-fronted wooden display case. She has a papier-mâché shoulder head, black moulded and painted hair with exposed ears, long finely painted curls and a high topknot. Her delicately painted features include blue eyes. The slender body is made of kid leather, with wooden arms and legs and painted shoes. Her antique clothing is original and includes a green silk blouse, a long cream-coloured skirt and fine undergarments. She wears a small bracelet on one arm. An outstanding doll of museum quality, preserved in very fine condition. Height 36 cm (14 in).
Add to wishlistRare hand-painted Märklin metal doll's pram, circa 1900
EUR 1.100,00Category: Antique Doll Accessories Furniture, clothes pre 1900
A rare, hand-painted Märklin doll's pram dating from circa 1900, made in a robust and heavy metal construction. The pram is decoratively finished with gilt ornaments and is an impressive collector's item. Length 22.5 cm, height 16 cm. The small doll is included.
Add to wishlistNINA Cat and Mouse made by Lehmann, Germany. EPL # 790
EUR 1.250,00Category: Antique Tinplate Mechanical Toy Figures
A fine and rare mechanical tin toy by Lehmann of Brandenburg, patented in 1927. The large black-and-white, hand-painted cat chases the small mouse, which is attached to a rod. The clockwork mechanism winds up and works perfectly. The toy is preserved in exceptionally fine condition. Length including the mouse: 28 cm (11 in). Literature: Heike Köhler and Katharina Kreschel, Von Störischer Esel zum Kletteraffen Tom, Brandenburger Museumshefte 6, Brandenburg an der Havel, 2007; Jürgen and Marianne Cieslik, Ein Jahrhundert Blechspielzeug, Munich, 1981; Helmut Schwarz and Marion Faber, Moving Times: Ernst Paul Lehmann Patentwerk – History of a Toy Factory, Toy Museum Nuremberg, 2003.
Add to wishlistFelix the cat .Handpainted mechanical tin toy fra 20-ties.Günthermann,Germany..Comic toy.
EUR 1.360,00Category: Antique Tinplate Mechanical Toy Figures
Felix the cat.Handpainted German mechanical tin toy. Made by Siegfried Günthermann or Georg Adam Mangold,Fürth.Wind up toy.H= 18cm/ 7 inch.Very god condition.Comic toy.
Add to wishlistRare mechanical "Lion Teaser" with original box, Japan, circa 1947–1952.
EUR 255,00Category: Antique Tinplate Mechanical Toy Figures
A rare and charming mechanical celluloid Lion Teaser, made in Occupied Japan, circa 1947–1952. The monkey dangles a bone above the lion to tease it. When wound, the lion moves and opens its mouth to grab the bone, while the monkey raises it out of reach. Length approximately 20 cm, height 13 cm and width 5 cm. Embossed “PATENT PENDING” and “MADE IN OCCUPIED JAPAN” on the lion’s left rear thigh. Complete with the rare original illustrated box. Please email me for additional photographs and further information.
