CLOCKWORK IVES HORSE HEAD PERAMBULATOR.

CLOCKWORK IVES HORSE HEAD PERAMBULATOR. An extremely fine, all original toy circa last quarter of 19th century. Exceptional original condition including partial cardboard box with label. The boy simulates movement by pulling and pushing the wooden propeller rods giving the illusion that he is propelling the velocipede forward. More than likely this is a latter example as there is no steering mechanism which is normally found in front of the horse head with a wire changing direction of the front wheel. Paper label on rear of toy as well as on box indicates a patent date of 1873. Toy has been with the original family for decades and is in virtually unplayed with untouched condition. Family constructed a wonderful glass case to keep the toy in pristine condition. SIZE: Approx. 8″ l. CONDITION: Overall very fine plus with minor soiling to clothing. Unfortunately papier mache head has a vertical crack and separation at the seam. Tin wrap-around by boy has broken solder point on left side. Partial box (lacking bottom as is condition). 1-12512 (7,000-9,000)

Auction: Advertising, Toy & Doll - Fall 2012

Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	3078	$25,300.00	CLOCKWORK IVES HORSE HEAD PERAMBULATOR. An extremely fine, all original toy circa last quarter of 19th century. Exceptional original condition including partial cardboard box with label. The boy simulates movement by pulling and pushing the wooden propeller rods giving the illusion that he is propelling the velocipede forward. More than likely this is a latter example as there is no steering mechanism which is normally found in front of the horse head with a wire changing direction of the front wheel. Paper label on rear of toy as well as on box indicates a patent date of 1873. Toy has been with the original family for decades and is in virtually unplayed with untouched condition. Family constructed a wonderful glass case to keep the toy in pristine condition. SIZE: Approx. 8″ l. CONDITION: Overall very fine plus with minor soiling to clothing. Unfortunately papier mache head has a vertical crack and separation at the seam. Tin wrap-around by boy has broken solder point on left side. Partial box (lacking bottom as is condition). 1-12512 (7,000-9,000) Auction: Advertising, Toy & Doll - Fall 2012 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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