MINIATURE BOY ON HORSE ROCKING TOY ATTRIBUTED TO HULL & STAFFORD. A captivating and pint sized toy in very fine all original untouched condition. A very unusual and possibly unique cantering horse with wire rockers attached to rear and front hooves of horse. The cuteness of this toy cannot be overstated and would certainly be most appealing to not only toy collectors, but also to doll collectors and collectors of folk art. SIZE: 3-1/2″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Very fine plus condition, soldered joint at front hoof is loose. 1-10116 (400-600)

MERRIAM AMERICAN TIN WHEELED PLATFORM HORSE AND COLT. An exceptional toy in all-original, untouched, as found condition. A most charming, as well as aesthetically pleasing tin toy circa 1870s featuring a mare with colt prancing astride. Horses are enameled in vibrant white and the mare further embellished with painted black trappings and red saddle. All contained upon an embossed tin wheeled base painted in typical Merriam blue. SIZE: 6-1/4″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: In exceptional original condition with some minor paint loss to base and horses. 1-10078 (1,500-2,500)

ALTHOF BERGMANN GOAT BELL TOY. Typical of Bergman bell toys, the use of cast iron heart shaped wheels with a larger excentric front wheels, simulating a running motion causing the bells to ring. Identical goat also used on the famed Clockwork Santa Sleigh. Vibrant coloring make this a most attractive and desirable bell toy. SIZE: 9″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Overall very fine plus. Appears at one time to have had a small standing figure by goat’s shoulder. 1-10020 (3,500-5,500)

STANDING FIGURE ATTRIBUTED TO ALTHOF BERGMANN. Mounted on an embossed circular tin base, this stand alone figure is somewhat of a mystery. These figures were normally utilized on platform toys as well as hoop toys. An oddity about this figure is that the arms are pinned and movable. SIZE: 5-1/2″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Overall very fine in original condition. 1-10197 (900-1,200)

ADELINE SIDE PADDLE WHEELER ATTRIBUTED TO HULL & STAFFORD. A charismatic side wheeler with an abundance of detailing such as fanciful pin striping, multiple flags and stencil work. Unusual for American tin toys, this particular boat has several varied, yet intrinsically appealing, colors which make this side wheeler aesthetically pleasing. Embossed pilot house roof, die cut tin flags, cast walking beam, and unusual stamped tin railings further add to the allure of this toy. SIZE: 13-1/2″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: This toy appears to be in fabulous original condition, but after close and repeated examination we are not certain it may be an incredible restoration? 1-10155 (4,000-15,000)

DOUBLE HORSE SPRING GIG WITH DRIVER BY GEORGE BROWN. An unusual as well as delicate form, this petite yet interesting toy is pictured in George Brown Toy Sketchbook on plate 37. Varied and unusual paint colors adorn the horses and tin work of the gig. SIZE: 9-1/4″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: In untouched, as found, all original condition. 1-10115 (2,500-4,500)

HORSE AND TRAINER ROCKER BELL TOY BY FALLOWS. Delicate, delightful and desirable are three words that describe this toy. Few examples have survived over the years in such remarkable original paint condition. Typical of Fallows, they used an embossed tin rocker style base and affixed to the base are the prancing horse with the trainer following. As the child rocks the toy the clappers would strike the bell and amuse the child for some time. Fallows was known for making different series of toys utilizing the same base but interchanging either animals and/or figures. This toy also came with a dog and basket in mouth with girl, horse and rider, etc. SIZE: 6-3/4″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: In very fine original paint, trainer may have been resoldered to base with touch up to black boots. 1-10103 (2,000-3,000)

VERY UNUSUAL TWO HORSE “CITY CAR” TROLLEY BY ALTHOF BERGMANN. An oddity for an American tin toy, this is not the typical trolley that one usually encounters either in form or color. The horse is similar in nature to George Brown horses, yet with subtle and distinct differences when compared side by side. Horses attached to each other by a common wheeled base and wires as simulated yokes are enameled in white black trappings and red belly bands. The car itself, unusual in that it has stenciled entrance and exit as opposed to stamped openings, scalloped embossed ventilators, and side entrance and exit steps with railings. The trolley is painted in dark blue with gold and black stenciling and red base and roof. SIZE: 15″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Overall very good to fine with no apparent restoration, lacking a couple of minor wire handrails. 1-10017 (4,500-6,500)

LARGE WATER TROW BY GEORGE BROWN. Most unusual, not only in size but in form as well, with only a few known examples. A unique and interesting form, the trow was actually constructed of two buckets soldered together (see Plate number 27 in George Brown Toy Sketchbook). Oftentimes toy manufacturers altered or converted other toy pieces and/or parts to create something new and different. Wire armature employed as a framework (2 minor and older amateur resolder points under carriage). SIZE: 14″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Overall very good to fine original condition. 1-10036 (3,500-5,500)

DIMINUTIVE WATER TROW BY GEORGE BROWN. The mate to the previous toy, this particular example is pictured in George Brown Toy Sketchbook on Plate 49. As discussed in the previous lot, the company employed a train engine side rail cylinder with minor alterations to create this toy. SIZE: 7-1/4″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Overall very good to fine. 1-10037 (1,000-1,500)

THE RAREST OF MOST IMPORTANT OF ALL EARLY AMERICAN TIN TOYS THE ALTHOF BERGMANN SANTA SLEIGH WITH GOATS. Perhaps the acme of clockwork American tin toys as well as holiday items, this toy would be the focal point of any collection. As pictured on page 149 in American Antique Toys by Bernard Barenholtz/Inez McClintock, unquestionably the most important American toy in the Barenholtz Collectoin and was one of Barney’s favorite toys. It also became the centerpiece of Malcolm’s collection. Of the three known existing examples (B. Barenholtz, Leon Perelman & Margaret Strong Museum), this is without a doubt the finest all original example. Upon examination one must wonder about the whimsy and fabrication combining painted American tin, goats with bells, a clockwork mechanism and a crepe dressed Santa…certainly an odd assortment effectively creating a spectacular toy. Excerpt from Barenholtz book American Antique Toys, page 15, “A New York City store featuring antique toys advertised the sale of a well-known collection; none were to be sold before the announced opening time, 9:30 A.M.; no wheeling and dealing in advance. Because the sale was so widely publicized it was certain that collectors from all over the country would be there. I had seen the collection and remembered one particular toy-one of the treasures over the hill that I had always hoped to find. Abruptly our initiation period was over. We knew that toy collecting was not just a hobby; it was a hard-nosed business. I had no choice, if I wanted this particular toy, but to be among the first arrivals at the sale. This meant leaving Princeton, New Jersey, by 5:30 A.M. I arrived at 7. I was the first in line and spotted Santa in the window. By 9:30 the queue was about one hundred collectors long. When the door opened I avoided the rush as best I could and went directly to the shelf in the window where I had seen Santa in Sleigh with Goats. As I examined it the details were not quite as I had remembered them and to myself I questioned the correctness of the toy. I was well aware of the rumors about this collection: the current owner had been known to repaint, to make repairs so skillfully as to be undetectable, even to own some toys that had been made of ‘married parts,’ the collectors’ term for a toy made up of pieces that had not originally belonged together. So I deliberated: Where was a sleigh ever pulled by goats? Why not reindeer? The closest examination I could make revealed that the goats fitted perfectly on the shaft. The soldering was old; it did not appear to have been touched. But crepe paper clothes for Santa? I knew of some European toys that had figures dressed in crepe paper. The more closely I examined it, the more European the Santa figure began to look. The sleigh was definitely American: the type of paint and the technique of soldering on the goats were similar to work on toys attributed to Althof Bergmann, and since detachable figures are often missing or broken, it was possible that the Santa was not the original figure. Other collectors were eyeing the toy; a decision was imperative. It was such a rare toy, in such good condition, it would be worth having even if the Santa figure were a replacement. And so I made my purchase. The next step was researching the Santa figure. Catalogues were checked, collectors queried, all to no avail. The seller was positive it was the correct figure; at least, he claimed, ‘That’s what was there when I bought it.’ Four years later we heard of a duplicate. On comparing this with ours we found that they were indeed identical-goats, crepe paper clothing, and all. This is a treasured toy in the collection and, in retrospect, I feel much better about having gotten up at 5:30 to be the first in line at a toy sale.” If you desire the finest and most coveted pieces for your collection you will likely never do better for an early American tin toy. This is a truly extraordinary piece! SIZE: 20″ l. PROVENANCE: Ex-Barenholtz Collection, Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Toy appears to be in untouched, original condition with light soiling, most notably to Santa’s crepe paper outfit (minor tear/loss on Santa’s hat). Some flaking to paint, but overall uniform. Bell stanchion on right goat has loose solder connection. 1-10205 (100,000-200,000)

GEORGE BROWN SURREY WITH FRINGE. A rare form for an American tin toy. George Brown employed a stamped fanciful trim, not only on this toy, but on others as well such as the Circus Cage Wagon and Cottage Banks. The clever use of this trim simulates fringe hanging from the stenciled roof. As often is the case, toys emulated real life and this is a faithful replica of an actual surrey. SIZE: 15″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Overall good to very good. Paint restoration to tin roof and front dashboard (exterior blue paint). 1-10013 (2,500-4,500)

ALTHOF BERGMANN CLOCKWORK GIG. A pair of japanned articulated horses pulling a two wheeled clockwork gig with tin driver (driver resoldered to seat). Commonly found as a single horse gig, the 2 horse gig is more desirable. Toy is aesthetically pleasing and a staple of an American tin toy collection. SIZE: 16″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Overall good plus, all original condition. 1-10176 (6,500-7,500)

LARGE HULL & STAFFORD SINGLE HORSE GIG. An unusual and rarely found clockwork American tin toy. The carriage itself has a clockwork mechanism contained within a pyramid shaped enclosure with a rider seated upon the top. Typical of Hull & Stafford, a detachable tin figure with tin pegs for placement on vehicle. The horse quite similar to an Althof Bergmann horse with minor, yet noticeable, differences. The wire armature attaching the horse to the carriage is quite different than ones employed by Althof Bergmann or George Brown. SIZE: 15″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Toy overall appears to be in untouched, original condition with exception of replacement driver. 1-10139 (4,000-6,000)

ALTHOF BERGMANN “RAIL ROAD OMNIBUS”. Malcolm had an affinity and liking for omnibuses. In his collection of toys he was able to acquire six different omnibuses by various makers. This particular example formerly belonged to Barney Barenholtz and is pictured on page 235 in American Antique Toys. It is most unusual for this toy to still retain the driver that was easily removable and sat in a small V-shaped seat (repair to left leg), children oftentimes must have removed or just simply lost this large tin gentleman. Fanciful stenciling to the tin body with applied floral decals and an opening rear door further add to the appeal of this rare toy. Japanned horses are articulated and the carriage top retains a wire luggage rack. Interior is fitted with seats for passengers. SIZE: 17″ l. PROVENANCE: Ex-Barenholtz Collection, Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Overall good to very good. Some touch up to wire luggage rack. Wheel framework and original rear step appears to be an old repair but as shown in the Barenholtz book. 1-10071 (17,500-27,500)

HUBLEY 4-SEAT BRAKE. A most unusual and extremely rare “custom order” 4-seat brake with three teams of horses. This toy was purchased many years ago from a gentleman in Texas, as the story goes, this toy, along with a number of Hubley Royal Circus toys (including the rarest of all-The Revolving Monkey Cage) were ordered directly by the consumer from the factory. For whatever reason, the consumer desired extra horses for the circus toys as well as extra horses and a special paint job on this 4-seat brake. To date, this is the only known example of this particular toy painted in orange. It is our understanding the consumer requested orange to match the various circus toys. The toy is in original paint with some gilt enhancement and some overpainting to passengers. Truly an odd, but workable combination of colors (orange, blue, white, and red). Typical of Hubley brakes, the yokes can either be cast iron or brass, or a combination of both as is the case here. SIZE: Overall 34″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: One side lantern has been reattached to carriage. Overall crazing to paint. 1-10122 (12,500-22,500)

CLOCKWORK GEORGE BROWN OMNIBUS. Although this sale contains six omnibuses, this is a rarity in itself. The collector of American tin toys would be happy with only one or two of these rare and elusive toys and perhaps would even go a lifetime without having the ability to purchase one for his collection. This particular example is pictured in George Brown Toy Sketchbook on plate 12 which talks about the various models that were available (see lot 3070). A clockwork mechanism is contained within the bombe shaped body of the carriage which is heavily stenciled with a salmon colored design and labeled “BROADWAY & 5 AVENUE”. White horse with black trappings and red belly bands are attached to the carriage through a very fine wire armature and the oversized driver is astride a seated platform. SIZE: 13″ l. PROVENANCE: Ex-Norman Perry of Plymouth, NH, Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Overall very good plus. Rear door is an early replacement. Minor repairs/touch up. 1-10032 (20,000-35,000)

ALTOF BERGMANN HORSE AND RIDER BELL TOY. Often referred to as Althof Bergmann, there is a fine line between whether these actually were manufactured by Althof Bergmann or manufactured by Gong Bell. This particular example as well as numerous others presented in this catalog employ the trademark cast iron heart shaped wheels, aesthetically pleasing, a variety of animals with or without figures, excentric front wheels, mounted upon tin bases, and dome shaped bells with tribar with clappers. This example features a brown horse with jockey rider and attached pole with bell. The figure as well as the horse are painted in vibrant colors which would certainly catch the eye of a young child and give him or her hours of entertainment. Today these bell toys are highly sought after by collectors, not only for their rarity, but their whimsical form and action. SIZE: 9″ l. PROVENANCE: Ex-Ernie & Ida Long Collection, Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Overall good to very good. Replaced clappers. Horse reattached to base. 1-10169 (2,500-3,500)

IVES WALKING HORSE. Sometimes a toy transcends the arena of playthings and expands to the realm of art, this toy is one such example. Highly prized by both toy collectors and collectors of folk art, the graceful and delicate japanned horse who stands atop a decorated base trots in a realistic manner when pushed along the floor through a series of internal wires. SIZE: 9-3/4″ h. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. Formerly of the Norman Perry collection of Plymouth, NH. CONDITION: The horse is in very good plus condition with overall age wear, however base may have old paint enhancement. 1-10182 (2,000-2,500)

ALTHOF BERGMANN CAMEL BELL TOY WITH RIDER. Often referred to as Althof Bergmann, there is a fine line between whether these actually were manufactured by Althof Bergmann or manufactured by Gong Bell. This particular example as well as numerous others presented in this catalog employ the trademark cast iron heart shaped wheels, aesthetically pleasing, a variety of animals with or without figures, excentric front wheels, mounted upon tin bases, and dome shaped bells with tribar with clappers. Whimsical and appealing by nature, this dromedary camel features a shell-shaped blanket topped by a bell. The driver/rider sitting directly behind the camel’s head with prodding stick in hand directing the camel on the proper path. Upon close examination one can observe the fine detailing of the camel’s body. SIZE: 9″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Overall good, paint somewhat unstable, old repair/reattachment of camel to base. 1-10165 (2,000-3,500)

ALTHOF BERGMANN HORSE BELL TOY. Similar in nature to the previous lot, this toy features only a horse with a bell mounted upon his back. An unusual colored horse, this toy would be a perfect companion to the horse and rider bell toy. SIZE: 9″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Overall good to very good. Horse has been reattached to base. Tail bell mechanism and bell support to horse’s torso are reattached. 1-10167 (2,000-4,000)

ALTHOF BERGMANN ELEPHANT BELL TOY. Often referred to as Althof Bergmann, there is a fine line between whether these actually were manufactured by Althof Bergmann or manufactured by Gong Bell. This particular example as well as numerous others presented in this catalog employ the trademark cast iron heart shaped wheels, aesthetically pleasing, a variety of animals with or without figures, excentric front wheels, mounted upon tin bases, and dome shaped bells with tribar with clappers. This appears to be a very fine, all original example of an Indian elephant with red painted blanket. During the time of manufacture one of the big events in any town was the circus arriving, oftentimes elephants and horse drawn chariots and bandwagons paraded down the main street. Typical of toys is the emulation of real life activities and a child would be thrilled to have a toy such as this to remind him of a circus’s arrival. SIZE: 9″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Very fine, all original, untouched condition. 1-10160 (2,500-4,500)

ARTICULATED HORSE WITH TRAINER BY FALLOWS. To the best of our knowledge, this is the only known example to exist of this rare articulated platform toy. Fallows produced and cataloged a number of different articulated platform toys (10-12 variants). In exceptional paint, when the toy is pulled along the carpet the horse trots about by means of a wire attached to an excentric axle which the trainer’s arms bob about by means of motion. One can just imagine the trainer with whip in hand, simulated boots and a wide-brimmed derby style hat is giving commands to the horse. The green base is highlighted with yellow trims and glides along the floor with small six-spoked iron wheels. SIZE: 9″ l. PROVENANCE: Ex-Ernie & Ida Long collection, Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Exceptional original condition, right arm of trainer appears to have restoration. 1-10000 (7,000-17,000)

GOAT DRAWN FARMER’S CART WITH DRIVER BY ALTHOF BERGMANN. A delightful 2 wheeled cart with painted red tin sides which are heavily stenciled with an undersized driver. The overall proportions of the goat, driver and cart are not in scale which perhaps make this a most appealing toy. An exceptional and all original toy! Malcolm has a propensity and liking for the American tin goat toys and although small and diminutive, this was one of his favorites. SIZE: 10-1/2″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Overall very fine plus. 1-10109 (2,500-3,500)

HORSE DRAWN CAB ATTRIBUTED TO GEORGE BROWN AND/OR MERRIAM. A most interesting toy and pictured in Louis H. Hertz’s The Toy Collector (page 186) and American Antique Toys by Barenholtz (page 257), as well as George Brown Toy Sketchbook (plate 57). Oftentimes there is some confusion as to the true manufacturer of toys. George Brown and Merriam most likely collaborated on various toys as they were geographically located within proximity to each other. Well known is the fact that many toy companies, even during this early time period as well as later on, often traded design and/or parts with one another. This particular example is the toy pictured in Louis Hertz’s Toy Collector book published in 1969 as well as in Barney Barenholtz’s book which was published in 1980. Barney Barenholtz and Louis Hertz knew each other and both were old time toy collectors, obviously Barney acquired this toy from Louis Hertz. A rare form depicting a cab with two seats within the carriage (one seat missing). The toy is painted in a dark brown with stenciled trim and highlighting. To the best of our knowledge this is the only known example to exist today. SIZE: 12-1/2″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Overall toy is good to very good with some aged solder repairs. 1-10011 (2,500-3,500)

ARTICULATED GOAT AND OLD MAN ATTRIBUTED TO FALLOWS. A whimsical early American tin toy, when the toy is pulled along the floor, the seated gentleman with extended arms is in the process of offering the goat food and the goat responds by rearing toward him. A most unique toy with no other known examples to date. SIZE: 5″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Overall very good, all-original, untouched condition with uniform minimal paint loss. 1-10110 (1,250-2,500)

GEORGE BROWN TWO SEAT ENCLOSED BRAKE. Of very unusual form and few are known. The window cutout designs along with the shape of the horse were George Brown’s designs and help to identify this toy. Although there has been paint restoration to this toy, the presence and form are still aesthetically pleasing and rarely does one have an opportunity to buy a toy of this caliber. SIZE: 11-1/4″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Overall very good plus. Paint enhancement to exterior of toy. 1-10014 (800-1,200)

HORSE-DRAWN “PURE MILK” CART WITH MILK MAN BY HULL & STAFFORD. An exceptional and exceedingly rare American tin toy in as found, untouched condition. As pictured in Barney Barenholtz’s American Antique Toys on page 256, referring to the description it declares: “This two-wheeled red cart, with the words ‘PURE MILK’ stenciled in gold, is the most realistic in that the two milk cans are removable, adding to the play value and to the stature of the child playing with it. The cans are simply cylindrical tubes with openings in the top which look remarkably as if they were exchangeable with smokestacks for Hull & Stafford trains.” Unique to this toy is the pin mounting for the driver’s seat. SIZE: 9-1/2″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Horse is in exceptional original condition. Cart has a paint loss/flaking to right side. Otherwise, very good plus condition. 1-10010 (3,000-4,000)<%=cAR(conidsalenum,z)%>

“PURE MILK” WAGON ATTRIBUTED TO GEORGE BROWN. This wagon is pulled by what is sometimes referred to as the George Brown “New Horse”, it is unusual in many ways: from the cut out scooped sides, removable wooden milk cans that are original to the toy, driver placed in the rear of the wagon, to the wonderful stenciling on the sides that says “PURE MILK”. This toy duplicated in miniature the real wagons that delivered milk throughout the countryside in the 1800s. SIZE: 11″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Very good plus with some paint enhancement to the roof and horse. 1-10009 (1,200-2,400)

AMERICAN TIN EQUESTRIAN TOY WITH THREE RIDERS. As previously discussed, in years past toys were often misattributed to various makers. Pictured in Barney Barenholtz’s book American Antique Toys on page 193 is a similar example, in Perelman Antique Toy Museum book on plate 3 is this example and in both cases they were misattributed to toy makers. This is without a doubt manufactured by Althof Bergmann. After viewing this toy it is obvious why these toys are so appealing and highly sought after, the abundance of bright coloring, the absurdity of the three different sizes of horses and riders and the motion when pulled along the carpet all add to the aesthetic appeal of the toy. The three horses and riders are textbook examples of Bergmann’s horses and riders that they had available and the juxtaposition of them on this toy is the only known configuration. SIZE: 11″ l. PROVENANCE: Perelman Toy Museum, Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: In untouched, as found, all original condition with no repairs or repaint of the few known examples! 1-10034 (10,000-30,000)

HORSE WITH TRAINER MOUNTED ON TIN CLOCKWORK BASE ATTRIBUTED TO FALLOWS. A true rarity as well as unique, this unusual toy has a small pivoted front wheel pilot hidden from view when looking down upon the toy. The two larger exterior wheels are attached to the clockwork mechanism and when wound, the toy could propel forward or in a circle to the amusement of the small child. The trainer with a large training rod in hand is directing the mare. To the best of our knowledge there are only two, maybe three of this particular toy in existence. SIZE: 8-1/4″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Overall paint condition very good plus. Trainer has an old aged repair, reattaching right foot to base. 1-10166 (3,500-6,500)

ALTHOF BERGMANN OPEN CARRIAGE DRAWN BY 2 GOATS. As previously mentioned, mentioned Malcolm had a propensity and liking for goat toys. This unique carriage with japanned goats, fine wire undercarriage with a dark green enameled carriage with yellow interior and driver is a rare and seldom found toy. SIZE: 10″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Overall very good plus original condition with possible resolder of wire yoke to left side of goat. 1-10104 (3,000-5,000)

RARE AMERICAN TIN HOOP BELL TOY WITH FIGURE ATTRIBUTED TO STEVENS & BROWN. This toy is pictured on page 109 of Barney Barenholtz’s American Antique Toys (in photo, same toy, negative reversed). Stenciled on the hoop “Chime pat. Aug. 20 and 27, 1872,” and below it “May 18, 1874 Hoop and Boy patent applied for”. This large tin figure was used on many different toys. Hoop toys are as rare as hen’s teeth, especially ones with exterior figures. “When the boy was added a new patent application was necessary to protect the model.” This particular example is in remarkable original condition with only an aged repair at boy’s hand and hoop handle. SIZE: 7-1/2″ h. PROVENANCE: Ex-Barenholtz Collection, Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Overall very fine plus. Small old solder repair to boy’s foot and base. 1-10201 (15,000-25,000)

CLOCKWORK TWO HORSE GIG ATTRIBUTED TO GEORGE BROWN. An extremely large gig seldom found in this size, first produced by George Brown and continued in production when the Brown firm merged with Stevens. George Brown used their signature six-spoked wheel in large size with rounded rim, as opposed to the Althof Bergmann or other tin manufacturers’ who used a flat exterior rim. The toy at first glance appears to have oversized horses compared to the gig, but after close examination everything is truly in scale and as pictured on plate 8 in The George Brown Toy Sketchbook. SIZE: 11-1/2″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Overall paint condition is very good plus, possible minor solder repair to inside of left horse at yoke. 1-10015 (5,000-7,000)

PLATFORM GOAT TOY WITH RIDER ATTRIBUTED TO FALLOWS. Malcolm and goats! Perhaps he had a pet goat as a child, and that would explain his propensity to acquire goat toys. This particular example has a goat mounted upon an embossed tin base with a jockey rider. The goat with his white beard and gray horns (restoration) and the multi-colored jockey make this a most enthralling toy. SIZE: 10″ long. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Overall very fine plus. Minor re-soldering/paint touch up at goat hoofs and green base. 1-10175 (2,500-4,500)

LARGE AMERICAN TIN PLATFORM GOAT WITH RIDER ATTRIBUTED TO FALLOWS. Elephantine in size, this wonderful tin platform toy with rider is a true rarity because less than a handful have survived over the years. This toy has a unique rider that is sometimes found on other figures, but quite different than the typical jockey found on animals of this size. One of Fallows’ trademarks was using embossing extensively, this toy is a good example of that manufacturer’s craft. SIZE: 14-1/2″ l x 14″ h. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Toy appears to have overall early paint restoration. 1-10007 (3,500-5,500)

PEGASUS CLOCKWORK ENGINE ATTRIBUTED TO STEVENS & BROWN. The quintessential American tin, clockwork train engine, one of two known surviving examples. Upon close examination one can understand the complexity, as well desirability, of this toy. When clockwork mechanism is activated the engine steams forward while the engineer, who has an articulated arm, rings the bell. The engineer is actually constructed of three separate die cut pieces of tin, riveted together. A most complex and highly detailed train engine, including such details as an articulated front pony truck, a complex front lantern, bulbous spark arrester smoke stack, and fancifully cut-out bell support. To further add to the appeal of this toy is the finely stenciled cab area, including the stenciled roof, the stenciled name “Pegasus”, a leaf stenciling directly under windows and stenciled cherries beneath the smokestack. Painted in a multitude of vibrant colors, with a copper wash to the large ornately cast rear wheels which are indigenous only to this toy and the large Ives Whistler. A most ingenious locomotive patented by E.C. Phelps in 1874. One of the most complicated engines of the American tin toys. The other known example is pictured on page 240 of American Antique Toys and the 1872 Stevens & Brown catalog. SIZE: 11″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. This toy was discovered many years ago by a well known toy dealer who saw it in a home layout featured in the “Country Living” magazine. He diligently searched for the owner of this toy that was pictured, and after much effort fought and bought this wonderful toy. CONDITION: Overall condition is very fine plus with some paint touch up to boiler area & cow catcher. 1-10070 (30,000-50,000)

NEW YORK/HUDSON RIVER TRAIN BY FALLOWS. American tin trains of this size are typically found with a separate engine and tender. The unusual feature of this example integrates both sections into a single unit. American tin toy manufacturers were always looking for ways to cut costs, and this was likely one such instance. Gaily painted in attractive colors with a multitude of stenciling on both the engine and cars, they are even more unusual to have blue japanning to ribbed roofs of passenger cars. An interesting side note, these roofs were used as bases for platform toys. Another cost cutting measure employed by this train is that no end pieces were employed; rather it is an open concept. Oftentimes, toys of this nature were a marriage of pieces and parts, this example features matching wheel supports and window cutouts and have undoubtedly always been together. SIZE: Overall 28″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Some paint enhancement and stenciling. 1-10003 (1,250-2,250)

CLOCKWORK “RED BIRD” TRIKE LOCOMOTIVE ENGINE BY HULL & STAFFORD. Who knows what the toy makers were thinking when they created this toy as it does not conform to the normal appearance of a typical locomotive of this or any other period? The absurd artistic license of this toy in its design sets it apart from other locos and gives it more of a folk art quality. Clockwork mechanism is contained within the boiler, a combination of tin and wood, which is heavily stenciled and hand painted with trim. SIZE: 9-1/2″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Has certain amount of paint restoration. Visually very appealing. 1-10077 (600-900)

INCREDIBLE LION HOSE REEL BY ALTHOF BERGMANN. Oftentimes toy manufacturers employed a whimsical nature in creation/duplication of a real object. Hose reels were used along with fire tubs for battling blazes. This toy is a creation of various parts and pieces which greatly adds to the appeal of the toy maker’s art. An amazing little treasure, the gold japanning is vibrant with little indication of oxidation to the surfaces. The whimsy of a lion on either side holding the suspended hose reel in place is somewhat absurd, yet this quality makes this toy extremely desirable. Suspended on a wire and tin frame on four wheels, when pulled along the carpet the bell would ring. This toy is truly fresh to the market and although it’s been in a few hands, effectively it has not been publicly offered for well in excess of 50+ years. The following lot is the companion piece to this toy. SIZE: 5-3/4″ l. PROVENANCE: Both this toy and the following lot were in the collection of Louis Hertz for many years. In the mid-late 1980s Lloyd Ralston was able to obtain many items from Louis Hertz including these toys. Eventually they found their way to Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. and resided in his collection for years. CONDITION: This toy is in exceptional all original condition! Lions do have paint loss to their manes. Some flaking to dark blue paint on exterior of hose reel. 1-10196 (10,000-20,000)

SPECTACULAR LARGE ALTHOF BERGMANN HOSE REEL WITH TWO FIREMEN. To the best of our knowledge a toy of this magnitude has never been available in a public arena. It is a rare and unique opportunity to buy such an important item of Americana such as this toy. Where to start with the appeal of this toy, the American shields, the lions holding the suspended hose reel, the lantern, or perhaps the two firemen pulling the toy along? To the purist who says, “I want nothing with any repairs,” sometimes you must make an exception, especially when the repairs are minimal and enhance the aesthetic appeal of the toy. The toy maker’s art, using the sinewy line of the wires holding the shields on the sides and the S-curved wire holding the lantern are just some of the elements that transcend the beauty of the toy. One cannot dismiss the design elements imagined by this toy maker’s art. Further enhancing the toy are the two firemen pulling the rig which was typical of actual hose reels of the day. The fireman drawn reels are truly unique in American tin toys. This is no exception. The patriotic nature of the shields and use of red, white and blue colors along with the fancy lantern and lions lends itself to make this fire apparatus seem like it was a parade vehicle. As in real life, the fireman’s equipment was very ornate, embellished and displayed with pride possibly explaining why these reels were so fanciful. SIZE: 12″ l. PROVENANCE: Both this toy and the previous lot were in the collection of Louis Hertz for many years. In the mid-late 1980s Lloyd Ralston was able to obtain many items from Louis Hertz including these toys. Eventually they found their way to Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. and resided in his collection for years. CONDITION: Overall very fine plus with minimal inpainting to firemen, paint enhancement/restoration to lantern and shields. Upon inspection with a black light a couple of wire shield supports have been reattached to end tubes. Possible enhancement to lions’ manes. 1-10198 (25,000-75,000)

5 ALTHOF BERGMANN SOLDIERS ON WHEELED BASES. This group consists of a flag bearer and four uniformed soldiers with rifles resting on their left shoulders. An unusual opportunity to buy an assemblage such as this. Previously these toys were in the Mint & Boxed Sale. Groupings of these soldiers almost never come up in the marketplace, but rather one or two at a time. SIZE: 6-1/2″ h of normal soldier. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Overall fair to good. American flag of newer vintage, minute inpainting on flag bearer’s red pants (two tiny dots). 1-10195 (3,500-5,500)

CLOCKWORK ALTHOF BERGMANN PATRIOTIC BELL TOY. One of a few known surviving examples, the visual appeal of this parade toy is outstanding. Mechanism and clockwork housing is the same as the Bergmann and George Brown “Boy on the Tricycle”. Another classic example of a marriage of multiple parts such as a common bell pull toy, a somewhat standard figure, clockwork housing and trademark heart shaped cast iron wheels. Referred to in the catalog cut as Patent Chimes Bell Toy. Rifles have been added to two front figures and flag holder to the detachable rear figure. Front bell toy/wheel assembly is adjustable allowing the toy to run in circles or a straight line. SIZE: 10″ h. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Toy appears to be all original with exception of paint which is restored. 1-10189 (4,500-8,500)

4 ALTHOF BERGMANN SOLDIERS AND 1 ALTHOF BERGMANN DRUMMER. This group consisting of a drummer and four uniformed soldiers with rifles resting on their left shoulders. An unusual opportunity to buy an assemblage such as this. Previously these toys were in the Mint & Boxed Sale. Groupings of these soldiers almost never come up in the marketplace, but rather one or two at a time. SIZE: 6-1/2″ h. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Good plus in all original paint and condition. 1-10195-1 (4,000-8,000)

PLATFORM PARADE TOY OF UNKNOWN MANUFACTURE. Malcolm purchased this toy from the Tom Anderson sale many years ago. An enigma as to the true manufacturer and it seems to still be a most interesting and enthralling toy. The oversized figure affixed to the stamped tin base is taking his ponies to the parade. Elaborately painted with a multitude of colors. SIZE: 8-1/2″ l. PROVENANCE: From the collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Overall very fine restored condition. 1-10118 (1,500-2,500)

OVERSIZE CAST IRON DOGCART BY IVES BLAKESLEE. The Ives toy firm manufactured three different oversized toys utilizing the “walking” horse, this example, the dogcart, as well as the hansom cab and the sleigh. A massive and extremely intricate toy that has a great presence. These toys are particularly susceptible to damage due to their size, the frailty of the castings, and the multiple pieces involved. These toys are the largest of any pleasure vehicles manufactured by any cast iron toy maker. Believed to be fewer than ten surviving dog carts in collectors’ hands today. The iron horse is simply amazing. The concept being, the child would pull the horse along and his jointed legs would simulate the motion of a walking horse. The detailing in the casting including the horse collar, belly band, trappings, and blinders is amazing. The carriage, with two lanterns, faux wicker banding, four steps, and simulated tufted upholstery seat further enhance the appeal of this toy. SIZE: 18″ l. PROVENANCE: Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. Formerly in the collection of Norman Perry of Plymouth, NH. CONDITION: The carriage itself appears to have no damage other than a small pie wedge section missing from tufted seat. Possible repairs to horse’s legs? and some re-japanning to the horse. 1-10181 (7,500-12,500)

THE BERGMANN (BARNEY BARENHOLTZ) CLOCKWORK FIRE PUMPER. This iconic early American tin toy may not be the rarest of all, but it is, without question, the most famous of all early American tin toys; due in part to its dramatic, large presence on the frontice of the famous “bible” of American tin toys. Published in the 1980s, and authored by renowned and beloved dean of early American tin toys, the late Barney Barenholtz. The toy obviously was one of Barney’s favorites as it was selected to be featured in larger-than-life size on the fly cover of his book. The piece is not only featured on the front, but also well illustrated in the interior. Malcolm also much admired this piece and realized its iconic import. He as most proud to have acquired and been the next collector to own this cherished piece and he has to this day considered it one of the feature items in his collection. Few of these toys have ever surfaced. This toy is also illustrated in the Althoff Bergmann 1874 catalog. The clockwork mechanism is contained within the pumper body which not only activates the rear wheels, but a somewhat intricate bell ringing mechanism is activated as the toy rushes off across the floor. Typical of Bergmann toys, the driver sits within a “V” shaped seat and lifts completely off the toy for additional play value. Upon close examination, one can also see that these early toy companies employed the variety of tin parts used on many toys such as the tin saddles that were used as sides on the rear platform, the front cylinder ends used on the trains and the signature Bergmann floret stack top. SIZE: 15-1/2″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. This toy is not only pictured in Barenholtz’s book, but is also featured in the Mint & Boxed hardcover catalog (inventory label attached to bottom of toy) and Alexander Galleries “Christmas Wish List” book. CONDITION: Overall good plus, some minor oxidation/corrosion to left horse where center bar has been resoldered to horse. Wire yokes have old amateur reattachment to wheel frame. Steam dome is a possible replacement. Toy is as pictured in the Barenholtz book. 1-10105 (27,500-47,500)

BOY SAWING WOOD ARTICULATED PULL TOY. A unique American tin toy and to the best of our knowledge this is the only known surviving example. In untouched, as found, all original condition, I’m sure that as a young man playing with this toy one would be quite amused, especially if your father was a lumberjack or carpenter. The blue-japanned boy is mounted on a dark green oval treadle on a bright red tin base. As the toy is pulled, an eccentric axle activates the boy so that he saws the wooden log-a never-ending task. This toy appears in Barenholtz’s book American Antique Toys on page 275 (negative is reversed). SIZE: 6-1/2″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Overall good to very good. 1-10117 (2,000-4,000)

ALTHOF BERGMANN TWO HORSE PUMPER. A fine all original example of a mid-sized Althof Bergmann pull toy/bell toy. Horses are identical to the Bergmann fire pumper (Lot #3046), fireman is mounted upon a strap-style seat overlooking the horses, typical Bergmann floret on top of boiler stack and excentric rear axle causes clapper to strike bell. The black steam chest is fancily decorated with gold stenciling. SIZE: 13-1/2″. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Very good plus. 1-10004 (3,500-5,500)

HORSE DRAWN LADDER WAGON ATTRIBUTED TO FALLOWS. Typical of Fallows, the embossed tin sides add to the charm of this toy. Wooden ladders are encased between exterior side rails and seat supports. Toy is drawn by two horses (mismatched), as this toy is pulled along the carpet front wheel assembly causes ringing of bell. It is unusual to find ladder wagons, possibly they were not as attractive or desirable to children as fire pumpers? A similar example is pictured on page 231 of the book American Antique Toys by Bernard Barenholtz. SIZE: 19″. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Rear fireman may be a replacement. Front end with original and replica parts. 1-10031 (3,500-5,500)

IVES CLOCKWORK FIREHOUSE WITH PUMPER. An exceptional clockwork Ives toy from the latter part of the 19th Century. This accurate as well as finely detailed replica of the real thing was a toy a child could often play with for hours. When wound and the lever activated, a bell would ring multiple times, finally, the front doors would pop open and the pumper would rush out the inclined floor. Extremely ornate iron castings have been japanned with gilt trim applied. This toy was originally displayed in the Perelman Antique Toy Museum (Philadelphia, PA) for many years. The pumper, which is actually Wilkins, is incorrect but an attractive and usable for this toy. The pumper itself is enameled in a pale yellow with black boiler and horses both with gilt trim. Removable driver (replacement) further adds to the appeal of this toy. SIZE: Pumper 14″ l. Firehouse 15-1/4″. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. Perelman Antique Toy Museum, plate #6. CONDITION: Overall condition is excellent plus. 1-10074 (6,500-7,500)

KINGSBURY FIRE STATION WITH LADDER TRUCK AND MCLOUGHLIN FIRE ENGINE PUZZLE. Kingsbury ladder wagon bell ringer (ladders have old amateur repair) contained within a clockwork tin firestation. An amusing toy for a young child. When the clockwork mechanism has been wound, bells will ring, and the front doors will pop out and the ladder wagon will rush out on its way to the house that is ablaze. Once arriving there, the front bumper will make contact and the spring tension ladder will pop up to rescue people on the second and third floors of the burning house. Kingsbury in the earlier part of the 20th Century co-produced toys with Wilkins and later became the exclusive manufacturer of these toys. Often times it is difficult to distinguish what is Wilkins and what is Kingsbury. Most notably, the difference appears in construction methods and wheels. Over the years there were constant improvements to the earlier clockwork/wind up mechanism and Kingsbury toys were a reliable and durable toy. The firehouse itself is most realistic and is made of pressed steel and is a simulated block building. Included in this lot is a McLoughlin Fire Pumper picture puzzle contained within its original box. Puzzle appears to be in excellent condition, however, completeness is not guaranteed. SIZE: Firehouse 19-1/2″, fire engine 18-3/4″. Puzzle box is approximately 12″ x 9″. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Very fine plus. 1-9976, 1-9977, 1-10106 (700-900)

A LARGE HORSE-DRAWN FALLOWS FIRE PUMPER. The toy captures the essence of a Currier & Ives print of a fire pumper racing to the fire. The pumper itself is pulled by two “Dexter” horses and the elaborate pumper itself has a fireman astride the front and a fireman standing behind the boiler. Stenciled “Jupiter” and with a decal on either side of the boiler to further add to the charm of this toy. Fallows fire pumpers tended to be a bit more complicated and elaborate than other toy manufacturers. Of all the toy manufacturers, Fallows created the largest in scale pumper. Although the toy has an older total restoration, it still is quite appealing as well as desirable! SIZE: 22-1/2″. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Overall very fine plus restored condition, a flywheel has some damage/missing piece. 1-10120 (5,000-10,000)

CLOCKWORK OMNI BUS ATTRIBUTED TO IVES BLAKESLEE. An outstanding and exceptional omnibus manufactured by Ives Blakeslee in the latter part of the 19th Century. To date, this is the only know example that has surfaced! Typical of Ives, they employed a small decal on the side of the carriage as they often did on the wooden bases of their clockwork toys. The front end is articulated and has the ability to go either straight or to the left only. The carriage itself is a Bombay-esque style and incorporates three various window cutouts and an opening real door with stenciled features. Unlike other clockwork toys, mechanism is partially exposed under the carriage and partially contained within the carriage. Also typical of Ives, it is of great and substantial quality and quite similar in nature to George Brown omnibuses. Part of the uniqueness of this particular omnibus is the variety of colors used on the sides with fine pinstriping separating the various colors. The roof itself, painted in yellow with black pinstriping in a fine elaborate design stenciled on the center of the roof. The back door is somewhat oversized with stenciled windows. The rear step is most likely a piece of scrap tin cut from a window of another Ives toy, once again demonstrating how these various companies utilized all parts and pieces. Eccentric front wheel assembly with alternating pins gives the effect of horses galloping. A great toy and a unique opportunity for a collector of early American tin. SIZE: 15″. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Overall, this toy appears to be in all original paint condition. Aged repairs to yoke wheel support and yoke pivot assembly under front of the carriage. Japanned horses show age and oxidation. 1-10112 (25,000-50,000)

ALPHABET MAN/YANKEE SCHOOLMASTER. Exceptional casting and design, this unique educational toy is sought after by not only toy collectors but collectors of folk art as well. An elaborate internal mechanism is activated by a lever on this gentleman’s right side. Depressing the lever causes the gentleman to blink his eyes and the circular alphabet to alternate to the next letter. There has been an abundance of speculation as to manufacturer original intent and the position of this gentleman’s right hand behind his back. Just as interesting is the exaggerated proportions/distortions of this fellow’s body, but a clever way to disguise the wheel of the alphabet on the inside. Incredible castings with great attention to detail most noticeable hair texture and facial expression all further enhanced by the polychromed paint of colors used. Only a handful of these are known to exist today. Malcolm was thrilled when he acquired this toy from Norman Perry and it was one of his favorite toys. SIZE: 10-1/2″ tall. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Very fine paint with possible aged touch-up enhancement. Mechanism slightly sticky and casting flaw to left arm. 1-10183 (50,000-75,000)

“EMPIRE LINE” OMNIBUS ATTRIBUTED TO HULL & STAFFORD. Hull & Stafford had a knack for separating themselves from other toy manufacturers by creating a slightly elaborate and colorful toy. The windows that are stamped into the tin sides, often referred to as fire plug shaped, the elaborate and bountiful amount of stenciling on the carriage itself, and a removable driver are just a few of the differences that separate Hull & Stafford from other manufacturers. A simple yet elegant toy captures the form of a real omnibus of the period that went from station to station picking up and transferring passengers from one point to another. SIZE: 12-1/2″. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: A fair amount of paint restoration/preservation to this toy most notable on driver, front end, the blue and red paint of body of carriage, and some inpainting to the yellow carriage body as well. Some enhancement to stenciling on body of carriage as well. 1-10172 (2,500-3,500)

CLOCKWORK DOUBLE HORSE GIG BY GEORGE BROWN. A diminutive two horse gig as pictured in George Brown Toy Sketchbook on plate 9. A driver is perched on a trapezoidal dark blue gig enhanced with a multitude of gold stenciling which also encases the clockwork mechanism. SIZE: 6-3/4″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Overall good to very good. Appears to have some paint enhancement to white horses and quite possibly some minor touch up to figure. 1-10114 (1,800-2,500)

IVES GENERAL GRANT SMOKER. General Grant, an iconic figure in American political history in the mid 19th century, is depicted in toy form. As impressive as this toy was in the 1800s, it still retains that air of mystery and amazement even today. The Ives Blakesee Company of CT produced a multitude of toys and clockwork figures usually with some relationship to the political and social climate of the time. This particular toy depicts General Grant seated upon a chair and when wound the General raises his left arm drawing the cigar holder close to his mouth. Specialty cigars were available for use with this toy, however a non-filtered cigarette may also be used. Hidden below in the box is a set of bellows that would actually draw from the cigar/cigarette and upon the General lowering his arm his head would then turn and exhale the smoke through a small hole in his mouth. The largest of the clockwork toys produced by Ives, one cannot imagine that this toy was designed for a child. Oftentimes it is a mistaken thought today that these were children’s toys, but the reality being that many times these “toys” were used for entertainment of adults after dinner in the parlor room. The possibility exists that a “toy” like this could have been used as an advertising/trade stimulator in a tobacco shop? The head is of a cast material with significant detailing such as wrinkles in the General’s forehead, well executed definition of the ears, etc. The wooden box itself is a fancy walnut with an ogee style walnut base as well. The chair that the General sits upon is without arms and is painted cast iron. This toy is illustrated on page 56 of The Toy Collector by Louis Hertz, page 80 of American Antique Toys by Barenholtz, pages 142 & 150 of American Clockwork Toys by Blair Whitton and on plate 22 of Perelman Antique Toy Museum. Toy appears to be in very fine original condition including clothing and finish to the walnut box. SIZE: 14″ h x 5″ w x 9″ d. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Some distress, fading and wear to cotton clothing. Aged repair to top of the General’s head. Clockwork mechanism and bellows are present, functional and appear to be complete, but in need of lubrication. Some mechanics are also contained within the chest of the General and these too are in need of lubrication. Right hand is repainted, possible replacement? 1-10203 (12,500-17,500)

LARGEST “FANCY GOODS & TOYS” WAGON. Although this toy has total exterior paint restoration it is classic and impressive in size and especially appealing to not only toy collectors, but collectors in other fields as well. This toy has many unusual features, removable driver, flip up sides and visor in the front. Very few examples of these large toys in any condition have survived, most needing at best restoration of some sort. If this toy was in pristine original condition the price would be astronomical, so being restored is the chance to have the form for a much more affordable price. SIZE: 21″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Overall very fine restored condition. 1-10072 (4,500-8,500)

GEORGE BROWN MECHANICAL HOOP TOY WITH MALE CHILD. Pictured on plate 7 of The George Brown Sketchbook and also pictured in Blair Whitton’s American Clockwork Toys. As hula hoops were to children in the late 1950s/early 1960s, a wooden hoop with stick was to children in the 1870s/1880s. George Brown took this one step further creating a clockwork toy of a young boy carrying a flag, riding a hoop. This toy also came in a more deluxe version with the Goodwin Carriage Lady pushing the hoop and the third version of a large cloth covered child sitting on top of the clockwork housing. This toy, due to the size of the hoops, would circle about the floor and most likely amuse a child for hours. Toy’s mechanical housing is in a deep japanned blue with fine gold stenciling including a patent date of “1872”. SIZE: 9-1/2″ h to top of boy’s head. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Overall very fine plus. Boy reattached at foot to clockwork housing. Some minor repairs to hoop/spokes of hoop. Clockwork mechanism is functional and could benefit from moderate lubrication. 1-10202 (15,000-25,000)

CAST IRON EAGLE BELL TOY. Manufactured by Gong Bell, this patriotic themed toy topped has brightly colored American eagle in red, white & blue holding bell in its beak. Platform is embossed “No. 50″ at front. Eccentric wheels swings eagle back and forth while ringing bell. A very aesthetically pleasing toy. SIZE: 6” l. PROVENANCE: Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Overall near excellent with possible old replacement bell. 1-10192 (600-1,000)

“PURE MILK” HORSE DRAWN WAGON BY HULL & STAFFORD. One of the larger milk delivery wagons created with removable milk cans. Side opening entrance in this carriage with the milkman/driver sitting in rear. A charming toy painted in red with a black roof and gold stenciling to sides, roof and milk cans. Although this toy is a total paint restoration, it is still aesthetically pleasing. SIZE: 16″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Overall very fine restored condition. 1-10006 (1,000-1,500)

IVES CLOCKWORK CART WITH TWO GALLOPING HORSES. Ives, in the late 19th century, made a multitude of clockwork toys. This particular example was one of many different gigs/carts with single or double horses. What is unusual about this toy is the clockwork mechanism not only caused the toy to propel across the floor, but by means of wires to each horse a simulated running motion occurred creating a lifelike action. In addition the rear wheels could be set to go in a circular or straight motion. Part of the charm of early American tin toys was the use of figures and horses that weren’t in proportion to the wagons they were connected to, as this toy illustrates with the use of an oversized figure. Ives’ many incarnations of this toy used different body styles, figures and horses, all built around the same chassis. Another ingenious use of the parts that they made to create many different toys using the same basic clockwork mechanism. SIZE: 11-3/4″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Overall very good plus. Horses have some paint loss to their right sides. Painted cart is in exceptional condition (driver reattached to seat). Front wire hitches reattached to clockwork mechanism. 1-10018 (4,000-6,000)

HORSE DRAWN CARPENTER “TALLY HO”. A classic and aesthetically pleasing horse drawn toy from the latter part of the 19th century. Perhaps of all the horse drawn carriages manufactured by any toy maker, this is the pinnacle and most desirable. Due to the size, frailty of hitches and horses, it is amazing to find one intact and in overall very good condition. This particular example is the very example pictured on plate 8 of the Perelman Antique Toy Museum book. When one thinks of the “Tally Ho”, English comes to mind, but this was a typical means of transportation in America in the big cities and destinations in between, obviously reserved for the wealthier clientele. The Carpenter toy company produced many iron toys and they are highly sought after by collectors. Without a doubt, they produced some of the finest toys in the late 1800s. Upon close examination, one can almost lapse into the time period by examining the coach itself and the fancifully dressed ladies and gentlemen. A magnificent toy with marvelous provenance. SIZE: 25″ l. PROVENANCE: Ex-Perelman Collection, Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Overall very good to excellent with only the rear horn figure being an older replacement (as pictured in Perelman’s book). 1-10119 (25,000-35,000)

STEVENS & BROWN CLOCKWORK MACHINE SHOP. To the best of our knowledge this mechanical workshop is an oddity in American tin toys, generally speaking machine shop toys were mostly foreign made. This toy must have been a failure in the marketplace mainly because it used too many parts, including a very small clockwork, that the toy required a lot of hand assembly and probably too much time was required. The stenciled imitation brick chimney is removable and is part of the boiler house that in real life would have powered the workshop by steam. There is an opening door on the boiler and the top of the boiler utilizes the same stampings found on the George Brown “Excelsior Locomotive”. Another feature is the trim on the top of the stack and fence work that is typical of George Brown toys and wagons. When the clockwork is wound the large cast iron fly wheel turns causing the excentric wheel drive the steam cylinder to go in and out then the governor mechanism turns and the shaft continues to operate the two trip hammers where a worker appears to be forging steel. SIZE: 8-1/2″ w x 8-1/2″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Paint enhancement to the base and red fly wheel. Toy is complete and in working order. 1-10026 (10,000-20,000)

ALTHOF BERGMANN CAROUSEL. Dimension-wise this is one of the largest American clockwork toys ever produced. Mechanism is contained within a wood and stenciled tin base with a parian lady with hat cranking the carousel to life in a counter clockwise motion. A tin armature frame covered in a tan linen with red cotton fringe further embellishes this toy. A series of gondolas with two passengers and riders on horseback revolve about the center section. This is the only known early tin clockwork carousel that was ever made by an American manufacturer of toys. This toy is the very one pictured on the front cover of the Perelman Antique Toy Museum book. SIZE: Approx. 18″ h. Approx. 19″ d of canopy. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Old paint restoration to tin surfaces. Some red fringe lacking from edge of canopy. Clockwork mechanism tested and in working order. 1-10028 (6,000-12,000)

ALTHOF BERGMANN “NIAGARA” FERRY BOAT. Rarely found, this exceptional form for an American tin boat is in overall very good original condition. Produced in the 1880s for a number of years with cast iron wheels simulating the paddle wheels of the real boat, a working walking beam and dual pilot houses with American flags on top of the cabin area (replaced flags). Bulbous is shape and with a plethora of colors, pinstriping and applied decals, this is a highly sought after toy for collectors of early American tin as well as collectors of toy boats. This style boat, although the form changed, is still in use today. Passengers or vehicles would enter on one end and proceed through the cabin area and line up. Upon arrival at their destination they would then depart the ferry from the opposite end. A wonderful toy and a rare opportunity to buy a prime example of a cherished American tin toy. SIZE: 13-3/4″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Some scattered paint enhancement. Undercarriage has some minor resoldering to deck. 1-10030 (20,000-40,000)

ALTHOF BERGMANN “AMERICA” PADDLE WHEEL RIVER BOAT. To date this is one of the largest American tin boats known to exist. Typical of the 1880s river boats it shows reality reproduced in toy form. Fancifully stenciled paddle wheel covers, functional walking beam, round pilot house with ornate finial, dual smokestacks with bell between them, a large American flag from rear of second deck (flag replaced) and simulated oil lantern on bow of boat. Although not clockwork, this is one of the finest American tin boats to ever come to the market. Predominantly painted in white with red upper decking, pumpkin lower decking and blue paddle wheel covers. SIZE: 20″ l. PROVENANCE: This boat originally came out of a house in Massachusetts approximately 20 years ago. It was then sold at a Skinner auction in Massachusetts and subsequently has been in the hands of private collectors. From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Much of white paint original some small enhancement, paint restoration to red deck, stencil reapplied to both paddle wheel covers. 1-10005 (20,000-60,000)

“COLUMBIA” PADDLE WHEEL BOAT ATTRIBUTED TO BRADLEY. One can just imagine this boat traveling down the Mississippi cruising by St. Louis. A number of companies made paper litho over wood boats, the Bradley Company of Massachusetts usually used more muted colors than their counterparts Bliss or Converse. A fine lithographed tin banding surrounding the upper deck and rear of lower deck further add to the appeal of this boat. A rounded pilot house atop the second floor cabins with a spotter, a wheelman and another sailor can be seen upon close examination. Dual smoke stacks, working walking beam and at the rear a large cloth flag adorning the deck. The boat glides along the floor by a series of wooden wheels that are all but hidden. Larger center wheels also activate the walking beam on cabin roof. A similar example is found on page 89 of Louis Hertz’s The Toy Collector. SIZE: 23-1/2″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Overall very good plus, some minor paper loss to paddle wheel covers. Small chips to top of smoke stacks, lacking bow pole. 1-10124 (1,000-1,500)

“PEOPLES LINE” OMNIBUS BY ALTHOF BERGMANN. Bergmann had an ability to produce a toy that would capture the eye of a child as well as an adult by employing visually attractive colors, striking form and generally by miniaturizing the real item itself into toy form. The artistic lines employed when observing the flowing horses, raised up as if prancing, the decorative trims, such as the front yoke, stenciled rear door and generally the overall appearance. This toy, even with significant restoration, is still much desired and sought after by toy collectors. The driver, perched on the roof with feet resting on a platform overlooking the horses, large windows with open visibility to interior bench seats, stenciled rear opening door and vibrant paint used for decoration. The red, white and blue adds a patriotic flair to this charming toy. SIZE: 14″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Inpainting and restoration, but still retaining some original paint. 1-10029 (15,000-30,000)

“U.S. MAIL” HORSE DRAWN DELIVERY VAN ATTRIBUTED TO ALTHOF BERGMANN. An exceedingly rare toy, one of three known examples still in existence, an interesting concept that they actually used a van of this size during this time period. Most likely a vehicle like this was used in big cities and not for rural mail delivery. The seat and driver are removable from the roof of the toy. Rear door opens, obviously for mail storage. Once again, the patriotic theme of red, white and blue is quite visible and a common dramatic element exercised by Althof Bergmann. SIZE: 13″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Overall restoration to horses and driver. Paint and stenciling restoration to sides and rear opening door. 1-10012 (2,000-4,000)

CLOCKWORK “BROADWAY & 5TH AVENUE” OMNIBUS BY GEORGE BROWN. Although there are six omnibuses in the sale, that is a rarity in itself. The collector of American tin toys would be happy with only one or two of these rare and elusive toys and perhaps would even go a lifetime without having the ability to purchase one for his collection. This particular example is pictured in George Brown Toy Sketchbook on plate 12 which talks about the various models that were available (see lot 3017). A clockwork mechanism is contained within the bombe shaped body of the carriage which is heavily stenciled with a salmon colored design and labeled “BROADWAY & 5TH AVENUE”. White horse with black trappings and red belly bands are attached to the carriage through a very fine wire armature and the oversized driver is astride a seated platform. One of the most attractive features of this particular toy is the stenciled American eagle and US shield. It is always interesting where American tin toys find their way. This particular example was brought back to American from Argentina! SIZE: 13″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Some restoration to both sides. Paint restoration/stenciling to roof and paint restoration to horses. 1-10001 (20,000-40,000)

ARTICULATED HORSE DRAWN GIRL ON PLATFORM BELL TOY ATTRIBUTED TO MERRIAM. Circa 1875, this exceedingly rare combination of cast iron and American tin is an incredible combination! A fanciful iron base mounted on wheels is drawn forward by a large prancing white tin horse. When the toy does roll forward on the carpet an excentric cam attached to the axle, the girl by means of a wire, rocks back and forth ringing the bell. The bell itself is suspended from the platform by a series of two ornate and curved wire supports. Less than a handful have survived over the years, rare in form and enormous in appeal. SIZE: 15-1/2″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Overall very good plus with moderate inpainting to horse and hitch, figure has some inpainting. 1-10191 (15,000-25,000)

CAST IRON “INDEPENDENCE” BELL TOY. Large and impressive patriotic bell toy with large nickel plated bell. Base states “Independence 1776-1876″ celebrating the Centennial. SIZE: 9-1/2” l. PROVENANCE: Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Very good plus with some minor chipping to base. Eagle finial may be an old replacement. Missing flag. 1-10107 (800-1,200)

LOT OF 2 PATRIOTIC BELL TOYS. Lot includes “Young America” with large bell between open shield platform with raised stars. Also includes bell toy with large cutout star with bell at the end amid a wire framework. SIZE: Each is 7″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Young America is very good to near excellent with only minor wear to high points. Other shows wear, but overall good. Both toys missing flags. 1-10108, 1-10194 (500-1,000)

GOAT DRAWN PLATFORM BELL TOY WITH WOMAN BY ALTHOF BERGMANN. An artistically whimsical as well as fanciful rendition goat bell toy with elaborately dressed woman on embossed rear platform. Very simple in nature, the goat with a small wheeled platform under two legs connected to a turned wire armature housing the bell and an embossed platform. When pulled across the carpet the excentric axle would cause the bell to ring and a thin wire from bell to female figure gave the illusion that she was actually ringing the bell. This particular toy also came with different figures and animals. Typical of Althof Bergmann they used large heart shaped wheels. As previously mentioned, Malcolm had a strong liking for goat themed toys. Acquired from Gemini Antiques this was one of Malcolm’s last toy purchases. SIZE: 15″ long. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Paint restoration to toy, girl retains significant amount of original paint. 1-10033 (4,000-8,000)

BERGMANN PATRIOTIC BELL TOY. This toy is part of a patriotic bell toy series that Bergmann manufactured. Large off-center heart wheels on the front and smaller heart-shaped wheels on rear. When toy is pulled along the floor, the platform would rise and fall causing the bell to ring. The over sized center figure is holding the bell pole, and directly behind him are a pair of horses and riders holding flags. Similar example found in the Barenholtz book, page 63. As we discussed earlier, there is much confusion or question as to who the true manufacturers of some of these toys. In particular, there is a question regarding this toy. Was it Althof Bergmann? Was it Gong Bell? Or perhaps Althof Bergmann was a jobber or distributor?? Regardless of the answer, this is an amazing and exceedingly rare as well as highly sought after toy. An unusual feature of this toy is the factory over-paint on the large standing figure. Oftentimes, pieces and parts were painted, and sometimes when placed on a toy the color was changed to fit that toy or to fit the look of that particular toy. It appears that originally this figure was red with mojave pants, and they altered the coloring to solid blue. Another interesting point is that the large center figure is stamped brass as opposed to tin, I suppose whatever material was handy that day. Tin or brass? SIZE: 9″ long. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Right horse repainted. Left horse has some repair paint enhancement to leg area, replacement flags in rider’s hands. Possible repaint to green base. 1-10199 (5,000-10,000)

SEE SAW BELL TOY ATTRIBUTED TO GONG BELL. This is a charismatic toy employing an elaborate cast iron polychromed red base along with a thin wire armature in the form of a see saw. Two male painted tin figures perched on embossed shell-like seats would see saw back and forth as the toy was pulled along the carpet. On the center post is an exquisite cast lead gilded eagle. Typical of Gong Bell, cast iron heart-shaped wheels and a cast brass nickel plated bell. SIZE: 8″ long. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Overall very fine plus original condition with exceptional paint to the iron base and extremely strong paint to the figures. An aged repair reattaching one tin seat to the wire armature. 1-10190 (1,500-2,500)

SIX PIECE CIRCUS PLATFORM PULL TOY. As pictured on page 216 in the American Antique Toys by Bernard Barenholtz, once again the question arises as to the true manufacturer, and we can only guess as to who really made what due to the fact that companies copied each other, interchanged parts with one another, collaborated with one another, etc. Whether or not all these toy parts came together in the beginning and were interchangeable for the child’s delight does not matter. Clearly Barney felt these pieces belonged together and kept them together and obviously Malcolm felt the same way. The one difference is that Malcolm decided to have some of the pieces enhanced for his viewing pleasure. The child could easily interchange various pieces throughout the day and play for hours with this toy. Truly amazing in concept, design and production to the best of our knowledge no other examples have survived. Occasionally a single piece will surface here or there. An extremely rare and unique opportunity for the collector of American tin toys as well as those who appreciate the folk art quality of this toy. The absurdity of this toy by just viewing the lion climbing up the pole or perhaps the lion on a pole with his trainer sitting out on an extended platform next to him, who knows what the toy designer was thinking that day. SIZE: Platform: 9″ l. PROVENANCE: Ex-Barenholtz Collection, the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Overall some paint enhancement. 1-10035 (4,500-8,500)

LARGER PLATFORM LION PULL TOY & GONG BELL HORSE PULL TOY. The first being a full bodied lion mounted on a raised pitched platform with four small wheels. This ferocious animal is painted in a lighter yellow with white underside and light brown mane. Considering that in this time period most people never saw wild animals, the inaccuracy regarding black eyebrows as well as black feet further adds to the toy like quality of this piece. The Gong bell toy features a butterscotch colored horse with fine black trappings and red saddle. Large brass bell affixed to axle between two heart shaped wheels. SIZE: 8-1/2″ l lion. 9-1/2″ l horse. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Paint restoration to green base, a couple of minor inpainting spots to lion. Gong bell toy appears to be in good to very good all original condition. 1-10168 (1,500-2,000)

TWO EARLY AMERICAN TIN PLATFORM TOYS WITH ANIMALS. The first being a George Brown brown tiger and the second being a Fallows japanned with black highlighting prancing goat. The goat is an unusual form in rearing up position. Both are on wheeled tin platforms. Tiger is referenced on plate 42 in American Antique Toys by Barenholtz. The goat is the one pictured in Barenholtz’s American Antique Toys on page 112. An interesting note, according to the book these toys at that period in time sold for around a wholesale price of 3 cents each and were the most readily toys available of the day. SIZE: Approx. 4-1/2″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Overall condition of both animals is very good plus. Paint loss to green platforms. 1-10102, 10111 (750-1,250)

ALTHOF BERGMANN ELEPHANT TRAINER BELL TOY. This particular form was also used with a lion & trainer, dog & trainer and four maypole dancers. Extremely whimsical by nature, this toy when pulled along the floor the elephant being suspended on a scissor type platform moves forward and backwards while ringing the bells, all the while his trainer standing at the rear corner. The elephant with a red blanket trimmed in yellow holding a rod with two small bells in his trunk and the trainer with long prodding stick in hand. For a similar example refer to page 107 in Barenholtz’s American Antique Toys. SIZE: 11-1/2″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Restoration to paint. Overall in very good condition. 1-10163 (2,000-4,000)

MAMMOTH DOG ON PLATFORM BELL TOY BY FALLOWS. The largest dog bell toy ever produced by any company of American tin. This particular dog came in various forms such as with a rider, with a bell or just by himself. The dog, painted in black with white stippling to the body is standing on a green stamped base with four iron heart shaped wheels. Old reattachment of bell to bell saddle. Wires holding iron clappers reattached at collar of dog. Perhaps the bell clapper suspension has been reconfigured from original design. SIZE: 14″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Overall good to very good plus. Some paint wear most notable to ears. Aged repair/reattachment of dog’s feet to base. 1-10002 (3,000-5,000)

HORSE AND JOCKEY PLATFORM TOY ATTRIBUTED TO FALLOWS. The largest of the horse platform toys ever produced by any company of American tin. This particular horse came in various forms such as with a rider, with a bell or just by himself. The horse, painted in brown with black trappings to the body is standing on a green tin base (of newer vintage) with four iron wheels. Toy has a large seated jockey figure on horse’s back. SIZE: 13-1/2″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Overall paint is very fine plus. Horse reattached to base with damage to two hooves. 1-10038 (1,000-2,000)

“FINE GROCERIES” WAGON BY FALLOWS. A unique shape to the wagon itself and it has remarkable stenciling upon the sides and roof. Typical of Fallows their horse has a sawtooth design to the mane. Utilizing several different colors, blue, black, red, green and white as well as gold japanning, this is a very attractive toy. SIZE: 11″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Toy is in all original condition, paint loss to roof. Otherwise very good to fine plus. 1-10016 (1,750-2,750)

“FRUITS & VEGETABLES” HORSE DRAWN TOY BY ALTHOF BERGMANN. An amazing and exceedingly scarce American tin toy, one of two known surviving examples. The uniqueness of the form of the wagon to the best of our knowledge has only been used on this toy. The seat is affixed to the right and left side and can easily be pulled out of its supports. An unusual canopy covers the driver and his feet rest upon the raised interior of the wagon with a small inset opening to the middle of the front section. The two horses are attached to a wheeled platform and connected to a drop step in front of the wagon. Stenciled on the side of the wagon in gold is “FRUITS & VEGETABLES”. Perhaps this is the same wagon from a Michigan estate that sold at a Ted Mauer auction in the early 1980s for around $4,500-5,000? SIZE: 17-1/2″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Appears to be in untouched all original condition. Overall paint to wagon is very good to fine (right seat support devoid of paint). Brown horses retain butterscotch trappings, but paint is fair to good, but not overly distracting since trappings and tin have darkened with age. Aged repair to wheel supports/undercarriage springs. Wire on left horse has aged solder reattachment. 1-10171 (6,000-9,000)

HORSE DRAWN “IXL” EXPRESS CO. WAGON BY FALLOWS. An unusual wagon with an even more unusual driver. Handsomely painted in dark blue with large gold stenciling upon the side. The driver, very unusual and a seldom seen figure, is fitted to the seat by means of two tabs that when inserted are bent over to keep him in position. These pins are similar in nature to scrapbooking brads found in stationery stores. Very few wagons of this type are found with this unusual configuration of the seat and driver. Fallows used the letters “IXL” to mean “I Excel” and was a way to mark the toys with their company identification. Fallows toys, with one exception (Merriam), was the only company to do so. A similar toy is pictured on plate 3 in the Perelman Antique Toy Museum book. SIZE: 21-1/4″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: At first glance the toy appears to be in all original untouched condition, but upon closer examination there is some scattered paint restoration. Minor solder repairs to axle supports. 1-10158 (2,000-4,000)

LARGE “4TH AVENUE” TROLLEY CAR BY ALTHOF BERGMANN. Although this trolley car has total paint restoration it still retains a commanding presence. The uniqueness of this toy with the platform entrances, extremely elongated window opening and prolific amount of gold stenciling, not only on the sides, but the roof as well, make this an attractive and desirable toy. SIZE: 17″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Overall very good to fine condition. 1-10174 (1,000-2,000)

ALTHOF BERGMANN “COLUMBIA” FERRY BOAT. Rarely found, this exceptional form for an American tin boat is in overall very good original condition. Produced in the 1880s for a number of years with cast iron wheels simulating the paddle wheels of the real boat, a working walking beam and dual pilot houses with American flags on top of the cabin area (replaced flags). Bulbous is shape and with a plethora of colors, pinstriping and applied decals, this is a highly sought after toy for collectors of early American tin as well as collectors of toy boats. This style boat, although the form changed, is still used today. Passengers or vehicles would enter on one end and proceed through the cabin area and line up. Upon arrival at their destination they would then depart the ferry from the opposite end. A wonderful toy and a rare opportunity to buy a prime example of a cherished American tin toy. SIZE: 13-1/2″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Significant amount of original paint with some scattered paint enhancement . Undercarriage has some minor resoldering at wheel supports. 1-10156 (25,000-50,000)

“WHITE FAWN” CLOCKWORK PADDLE WHEEL BOAT ATTRIBUTED TO HULL & STAFFORD. A fine early paddle wheel boat with extensive stenciling such as simulated windows, paddle wheel decorations and decorative design to cabin roof. Clockwork mechanism contained within the body of the boat and when wound and activated the boat would run along the carpet and by means of an adjustable trailer wheel it could run in various positions. Dual smoke stacks, pilot house with scalloped roof, working walking beam, American flag (replaced) and bow pole. Oftentimes, due to the nature of these toys, it is exceedingly difficult to find one in excellent condition. This particular example has some paint enhancement, but still a great opportunity for a collector. SIZE: 14″ l. PROVENANCE: Formerly from the collection of Barney Barenholtz (paper label on underside of boat), Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Some paint and stencil restoration. Clockwork mechanism works. 1-10157 (6,000-10,000)

“CITY HALL & 51ST” HORSE DRAWN TROLLEY BY HULL & STAFFORD. Although this toy has total paint restoration it is a most unique form. Let us start by first mentioning typical trademark design such as the embossed tin sides, the particular design of the punched out windows, the embossed tin design used on the railing and the house shaped design for entrance and exit into the trolley. Hull & Stafford also used this same body style as a passenger car. Attractive gold stenciling to roof of trolley. SIZE: 13″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: A total overall paint restoration. Otherwise good to very good. 1-10173 (1,000-2,000)

EXTREMELY LARGE ARTICULATED WHITTAKER PATENTED HORSES PUSH TOY. A very unique toy with variants which most likely were improvements in how this toy worked. The concept being that with a wooden stick the child could push the toy around the house and the horses would gallop. Seldom found and oftentimes incomplete, this toy has many interesting qualities. The uniqueness of the immense iron wheels, no other toy ever utilized a wheel of this size, let alone the cast protrusion from one of the spokes that actuated the steel rod attached to the horse’s belly. There is a possibility that these horses could have been produced by Fallows and sold to this company and used for production of this toy. SIZE: 15-1/2″ h. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Overall very fine plus. Some resoldering to horses’ tails, horses lacking wire containers originally soldered to top of belly bands for simulated reins. 1-10123 (2,500-4,500)

MAMMOTH DOG WITH JOCKEY ON PLATFORM PULL TOY BY FALLOWS. The largest of the dog platform toys ever produced by any company of American tin. This particular dog came in various forms such as with a rider, with a bell or just by himself. The dog, painted in black with white stippling to the body is standing on a green tin base (of newer vintage) with four iron wheels. Toy has a large seated jockey figure on dog’s back. SIZE: 13-1/2″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Overall paint is good. Jockey has been resoldered to dog’s back and shows restoration to paint. 1-10008 (1,000-2,000)

LARGE DOUBLE-TEAM EXPRESS WAGON ATTRIBUTED TO GEORGE BROWN. As pictured in American Antique Toys, Bernard Barenholtz, plate 46, this toy has a removable front end held in place by a long pin. Red sides with black stenciling and a seated driver on adjustable bench seat. Unusually large size, this was the largest express wagon available. This toy was quite expensive in its day with a wholesale price $9 a dozen! White horses with black trapping and red belly bands, each having a separate wheeled platform under their two center legs.” SIZE: 21″ PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Aged repair to center horse hitch, iron wheels missing from horses’ feet. Bench and driver have been repainted, may be replaced? 1-10177 (2,500-5,000)

HOSE REEL DRAWN BY TWO FIREMEN ATTRIBUTED TO ALTHOF BERGMANN. Although this toy has had significant restoration and repair, the form is wonderful. A very fine simulated undercarriage suspends the hose reel with bells and is elaborately painted and stenciled. Two firemen in front standing on a wheeled platform ready to take off to the next blaze. Canisters on front and rear are stenciled “AMERICA”, two bells attached to the front canister and toy is suspended by four cast iron wheels. This toy was originally found in pieces at a New England flea market in the mid-1980s. Basically the toy was intact, but devoid of paint and missing a couple of minor pieces. It was not uncommon in the 70s and 80s to find undiscovered fresh to the market toys in “as is” condition and still occasionally today these treasures can be found. SIZE: 9-1/4″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Restored. 1-10188 (3,500-6,500)

LOT OF 3 EARLY AMERICAN TIN BANKS. Lot includes small cottage attributed to Bergmann with a small canopy in front and an unusual side fence and center chimney flanked by two dormers. Also includes larger Victorian type house with three chimneys and fancy gingerbread to the front porch and roof lines of house. The third bank is a similarly styled house that has center bell tower, which is very unusual. SIZE: Largest is 7″ h. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: All three banks exhibit considerable wear and the bank with the three chimneys is missing some gingerbread trim. 1-10148, 1-10149, 1-10154 (500-1,000)

WEEDEN’S PLANTATION & EARLY TIN BANK. First, “Weeden’s Plantation Darkey Savings Bank”. Wind mechanism behind cabin, insert coin in slot, and banjo player strums and dancer performs. Second, early American hand-painted tin bank, with unusual round chimney, gray roof, cream-colored sides with black stenciled windows and doors. SIZE: Each approx. 6″ tall. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: “Weeden’s” in good condition with fair japanning and missing dancer. Tin bank in fair condition with paint loss and piece of tin roof missing. 1-10151 (200-400)

LOT OF TWO EARLY AMERICAN TIN HOUSE BANKS. The larger of the two banks has stained blue roof over pale green body and stenciled window and door. The smaller has red roof and green body and is likewise stenciled. The chimneys on each double as coin slots. What is nice about these two banks is that to access the money, one normally has to disassemble the banks. In this case, neither has been disturbed. SIZE: Larger is 4-1/2″ h. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Overall very good plus with uniform paint loss, most to the roof sections. 1-10146 (200-300)

LOT OF 11 EARLY AMERICAN TIN HOUSE BANKS. Lot includes 7 stenciled banks attributed to Hull & Stafford and feature side spires, coming in various colors and coin slots at front of building. Three banks have cupolas and have embossed designs rather than being stenciled. The last bank has a pressed brass front with tin backing. SIZE: Varies. Largest is 6-1/2″ h. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Spire banks average good to very good with various paint chips and light bends. One of these has broken spires. Remainder of lot is generally good. 1-10145, 1-10147, 1-10150 (750-1,250)

SCARCE AMERICAN TIN “MONUMENT” BANK. Manufactured by Bergmann, this steeple bank is extremely unusual that is hand painted in white with stenciled windows and doors. At the center is a large gold stained steeple. Not many examples of this bank exist. In fact, this may be the only known example. SIZE: 10-1/4″ h. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Overall near excellent with bent finial to top of steeple and wear to the body of the steeple. 1-10024 (1,000-1,500)

HAND PAINTED AMERICAN TIN HOUSE BANK. A fairly scarce early American bank in the form of an early building, hand painted “Savings Bank” above the center door. What is unusual about this bank is the windows and doors appear to be stenciled, but are really done free hand. It has a very appealing color combination in yellows and green with a grain painted front door. Grain painting was very popular in the 1870s-80s. SIZE: 5-1/2″ h. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: For a bank of this age, the condition is very good plus with the usual chipping at the corners and high points, but is very acceptable for a bank of this period. 1-10023 (750-1,250)

ARCADE YELLOW CAB BANK. Probably one of the best selling banks that Arcade made. Child would play with the car, with the added feature of its being a savings bank. Has a great color combination of black and orange. Rubber stamped number 54 on side rear doors of cab. SIZE: 8″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Overall good with heavy wear to wheels and tin trap missing. Car will look much better with a good cleaning. 1-9963 (400-600)

BAD ACCIDENT MECHANICAL BANK. Charming bank. When coin is placed under the foot of the black man riding the cart and lever is pressed, a black boy runs out from behind the bush, scares the donkey and makes the cart tip back, depositing the coin in the bank. Has a very comical and ingenious action. SIZE: 10″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Bank appears to have crack in base. Black boy behind bush is a replacement. Front part of cart also repaired and repainted. 1-10127 (500-700)

‘SPISE A MULE BOY ON BENCH MECHANICAL BANK. Manufactured by J & E Stevens. This bank has really great action. Boy sits on bench with a brown mule facing him. Place coin under seat and when you press the lever a powerful spring releases mule which turns around 180 degrees, kicking boy off bench and depositing coin. Because of the action this bank was a good seller in the 1880s and 90s for Stevens. It appealed greatly to the young folks. SIZE: 6″ h. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: This bank is in near excellent to near mint condition. Condition-wise it doesn’t get much better than this. It still retains all highlights on green base and gold on lever. Extremely sought after and desirable in this condition. 1-10019 (2,000-3,000)

SHEPARD HARDWARE SANTA CLAUS MECHANICAL BANK. Really great mechanical bank. Probably the only bank that has a holiday theme with Santa Claus standing at a chimney, when lever is pressed he deposits coin in chimney. Santa is dressed in a gray coat with brown trim. A very desirable bank. Has great cross over appeal for bank collectors and holiday collectors. SIZE: 6-1/8″ h. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Good, all original condition with overall wear. 1-10131 (400-800)

TRICK DOG MECHANICAL BANK SOLID BASE. Manufactured by the Hubley. Put coin in dog’s mouth. When lever is pressed, dog performs by flying through hoop and depositing coin in barrel. SIZE: 7-3/4″ h. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Clown lacking hoop. Has some surface rust to barrel, base and original trap. Overall good condition. 1-10126 (150-250)

Revised: 6/29/2010

Correction: Tail has been replaced.

BULL DOG MECHANICAL BANK. Manufactured by J & E Stevens. This ferocious looking canine is a brown dog blue carpet variant. The action is put a coin on the bulldog’s nose, pull down on his tail (hope he doesn’t bark), his mouth opens, coin falls off the nose into mouth, and he greedily swallows coin. He also has glass eyes. SIZE: 7-1/2″ h. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Bank is in excellent to pristine condition with bright colors and very little wear. Definitely a superior example. Hard to find in this condition. Eyes possibly replaced. 1-10022 (1,000-1,500)

SCARCE BOY ROBBING NEST MECHANICAL BANK. Manufactured by J. & E. Stevens. Bank was originally sold as the “Tree Bank”. Boy extends himself on tree limb hoping to get some eggs from nest. Place the coin in slot and when lever is pressed boy falls and coin is deposited in tree. Bank has overall great appearance with embossed tree, vines and two large birds hovering behind the boy watching the boy try to steal their eggs. SIZE: 8″ h. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Bank appears to have old restoration to paint. 1-10025 (1,500-3,000)

TWO FROGS MECHANICAL BANK. Two frogs bank manufactured by J & E Stevens. Very comical bank. One frog lays down on its back. Coin is placed on his stomach. When lever is pressed, he kicks coin; and at the same time the other frog opens his mouth and swallows coin. SIZE: 9″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: As with most of these banks, foot is a later replacement. Otherwise bank is in good condition with some rusting to the left side of large frog and some overall wear. 1-10101 (400-700)

FERRIS WHEEL MECHANICAL BANK. George Bower was a well known collector and had the ability to repair toys and banks. He was one of the pioneers and early collectors along with other names such as Yondo, Slim Pelletier, Red Myers, Mark Haber, etc. His creation and alterations of the Hubley Ferris Wheel became highly sought-after since his work was greatly appreciated by collectors. Clockwork is housed in bottom part of bank, and all four sides are embossed with the words “FERRIS WHEEL BANK”. When bank is wound and the lever is pushed, the ferris wheel revolves and the people go round and round. This is an extremely large and fascinating bank and almost too good to be true. The reality is that the top of the bank, which is the ferris wheel, was manufactured by Hubley at the turn of the 20th century. The bottom portion of the bank was created by George Bower of Pottstown, Pennsylvania, starting in the 1950s. Even though this is not an all-original mechanical bank, it is still highly desired by collectors. SIZE: 21-1/2″ h. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Good, with paint loss throughout. Base plate has substantial rust. Trap is present but does not seem to fit bank. 1-9972 (1,500-2,500)

CLOWN ON GLOBE MECHANICAL BANK. Manufactured by J& E Stevens. Bank has great action. Clown sits on ball, when the ball is wound the clown will spin around in a very comical way. This is one of a very few banks that has a wind up mechanism. Must have been a favorite with the kids. SIZE: 9″ h. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Bank is in good to very good condition. Because of the force of the clockwork mechanism as the clown spins one of the hands connected to the ball has been repaired, which is commonplace for this bank. 1-9969 (600-800)

MAMMY AND CHILD MECHANICAL BANK. Bank manufactured by Kyser & Rex. A fairly scarce bank of a mammy feeding her young. When coin is put on spoon and lever is pressed, mammy’s hand lifts depositing coin in baby’s mouth. Also when coin is deposited mammy nods her head slightly and baby moves her feet. The bank has great eye appeal. Besides the bank collector, it would also appeal to the folk art/primitive collector. SIZE: 7-1/2″ h. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Bank is in very good condition with moderate wear throughout. Still has original trap tip of spoon appears replaced which is very common with this bank. 1-10021 (2,500-4,000)

UNCLE SAM MECHANICAL BANK. The ultimate patriotic bank. Uncle Sam stands upon a base and when lever is pressed Uncle Sam drops coin in open satchel marked “US” and beard bobs back and forth. Front of the bank has an embossed eagle with the words “Uncle Sam”. SIZE: 11-1/2″ h. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: The bank is very good to near excellent. The trap on back of bank appears old but not original to bank. 1-10204 (1,500-2,000)

EXTREMELY RARE CALAMITY MECHANICAL BANK. This is only one of two American banks with an early sports theme: the “Darktown Battery” (baseball) and the “Calamity” (football). This is also one of the most desirable banks for the following reasons: 1) It has great action. When the two defensive players are put into position and the lever is pressed, the defensemen spring into action and tackle the ball carrier. The movement of these players really captures the essence of the football game. 2) Bank is exquisitely cast and aesthetically pleasing to the eye. 3) This is an extremely hard bank to find, and there are not many in collections. 4) It has great cross-over appeal for bank collectors and sports enthusiasts. SIZE: 7-1/2″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Bank is restored and repainted but extremely rare to find in any condition. 1-10079 (5,000-10,000)

BLUE CITROEN LANDAU COUPE. Blue with simulated leatherette light brown roof, black fenders, and dark blue rear deck and trim. Car also features Landau irons on top. Features opening driver’s door to reveal the interior with pleated seat and working steering wheel and steering mechanism. Nickel plated radiator and headlight rims. Clockwork mechanism with emergency brake (working). Car also features tin painted wheels and tires with spare on back, which are removable for added play value. Bottom stamped “AUTOMOBILE/MECANIQUE/ANDRE CITROEN/MADE IN FRANCE”. SIZE: 15-1/2″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Very good, needs to be cleaned. Old repair to hinges on door. Some wear to paint on tires. Nickel radiator and headlight rims have slight corrosion and wear. 1-10067 (1,250-2,250)

CITROEN GREEN BOAT TAIL ROADSTER. Circa 1924. This car features painted black fenders and medium green painted body. It is clockwork driven. It appears to still have original windshield frame. Driver’s compartment has steering wheel with working steering and brake lever. Interior boasts a pleated seat and gauges on dash. Car also has nickel plated grill and headlight rims. Most interesting feature of car is boat tail rear. Also has luggage rack and spare on side with four simulated balloon tires. SIZE: 12-1/2″. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Very good plus. 1-10068 (1,500-2,500)

CITROEN RED/ORANGE SOFT TOP COUPE. This car features a folding canvas top with working landau irons. Opening driver’s door that shows the working steering and pleated seat inside. This model comes with wind-up motor and also has working headlights. Wind-up motor has a gear selector on left running board for forward and reverse. Other features include a rear mounted spare, front and rear license plates, nickel plated grill and headlight rims, and “Pneu Michelin” tires with silver wheels. Body of car is red with butterscotch two tone, black fenders and running boards. This car also has “SIX” stamped on the radiator. SIZE: 15-3/4″. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Very good. 1-10069 (2,000-3,000)

BURNT ORANGE CITROEN DUMP TRUCK. Except for black roof and fenders, truck is a lovely burnt orange with yellow paint splatter. Features opening driver’s door (replacement) to reveal the interior with pleated seat and working steering wheel (replacement) and steering mechanism. Ratchet dump body operates and has working tailgate. Nickel plated radiator and headlight rims. Floating clockwork mechanism with emergency brake. Truck also features painted tin wheels and tires that are removable for added play value. ottom stamped “AUTOMOBILE/MECANIQUE/ANDRE CITROEN/MADE IN FRANCE”. SIZE: 16-1/4″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Excellent. Light wear to tires. 1-10047 (1,400-1,800)

CITROEN PICK UP TRUCK WITH SIMULATED WOOD SIDES. Blue with black paint splatter on cab body and black fenders and running boards. Features opening driver’s door to show interior with pleated seat and working steering wheel. Nickel plated radiator and headlight rims. Truck also features “Pnu Michelin Super Comfort” tires. Removable tires for added play value. Floating clockwork mechanism (working) and emergency brake along with front and rear license plate and tail light. Has operating tailgate. Bottom is stamped “AUTOMOBILE/MECHANIQUE/ANDRE CITROEN/MADE IN FRANCE”. SIZE: 17″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Very good plus, one re-soldered tailgate latch. Minor paint chip in cab. 1-10213 (1,500-2,500)

Revised: 6/29/2010

Correction: Missing glass lens and nickel-plated lens cap.

CITROEN 4-DOOR SEDAN. Very impressive in size and scale, this car seems more like a real car than a toy. There are so many features about this car, there would be too many to list. Details starting with the massive clockwork mechanism (working) activated through a shaft in the radiator, the clockwork spring alone is something to see. There is a transmission that actually shifts from forward to reverse. There is a drive shaft that goes to a rear differential and independent suspension. It has electric headlights, nickel plated grill, rubber tires and spare that all could be removed for additional play value, four opening doors with windows that slide up and down. Upon opening the doors, the doors are stamped tin simulating upholstery. Both seats are stamped tin and simulated upholstery, working headlight switch, authentic steering wheel that activates steering mechanism. The car also includes a sun visor, louvers on the hood, simulated cowl vent, elliptical spring detail and hangers, rear license plate and simulated light. The car itself is two-tone medium brown and tan, black roof, visor, fenders, and splash aprons, aluminum running boards, and black wheels. It looks great from every angle. SIZE: 21-1/4″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Near excellent. 1-10044 (5,000-8,000)

RED CITROEN RACK BODY TRUCK. Red truck with black roof and fenders. Features opening driver’s door to reveal the interior with pleated seat and working steering wheel and steering mechanism. Wooden rack body. Nickel plated radiator and headlight rims. Floating clockwork mechanism (working). Truck also features “Pnu Michelin Super Comfort” rubber tires with steel wheels, which are removable for added play value. Bottom stamped “AUTOMOBILE/MECANIQUE/ANDRE CITROEN/MADE IN FRANCE”. SIZE: 18-1/2″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Good, black roof has touch up. Slight touch up on right fender. Missing one stake on wood body. Some wear to paint on wheels. 1-10048 (1,000-1,500)

CITROEN PARIS TAXI WITH SIMULATED WICKER. This car features painted black body with simulated wicker sides. It is clockwork driven and also features electric headlights. The rear doors open to the taxi compartment showing a maroon interior. It appears to still have original windows. Folding windshield is possibly replaced. Driver’s compartment has steering wheel with working steering and brake lever. Car also has nickel plated grill and headlight rims. This car would benefit greatly by a professional cleaning to enhance and bring back its original beauty. SIZE: 14-1/2″. PROVENANCE: From the collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Some oxidation to running board. Small solder repair to right front axle. 1-10046 (2,500-4,500)

CITROEN FIRE TRUCK WITH ORIGINAL BOX. A very special fire truck in extraordinary condition that has all accessories, including hand drawn hose reel, two ladders, hose reel on back of truck, and composition jointed fireman driver with original clothes (including coat, boots and helmet). Truck features working steering, “Pneu Michelin Super Comfort” tires, simulated wooden bench style seats, and working headlights. Nickel plated radiator and head light rims. Floating clockwork mechanism that simulates suspension in the rear. Also has working emergency brake. Accompanied by original box with store label “AUTO-POMPE CITROEN”. SIZE: 17-1/2″. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Excellent plus with one piece broken on ladder rack (piece included). 1-10134 (3,500-5,500)

SPANISH DOUBLE DECKER BUS. We believe this to be an early Spanish double decker bus with an unusual spring-driven clockwork motor. Hand lettered on upper sign board “HOTEL REINA VICTORIA Y NIZA / BANOS deo CARMEN”. Semi-circular stairway going to second story with handrail that circles the top of the bus. Five rows of seats on top deck and five rows in the bottom level. Surrounded by open windows with glass clerestory windows. Other details include windshield, driver’s seat, steering wheel, radiator cap, stamped hood louvers, cast headlights, upper spot light, tail light, and radiator shell with embossed nameplate. It has a very ingenious clockwork (works) that is wound from the front crank of the lower radiator. Bus is full fendered with tin wheels, rubber tires, and it is very intricately designed and shows a lot of craftsmanship. SIZE: 20-1/2″ PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Fair to good, a significant amount of paint remains with most notable wear to fenders. Overall in untouched original condition. 1-10060 (2,500-5,500)

JEP 4-DOOR SEDAN. Medium brown body with red stripes, black roof, fenders, and chassis, lithographed running boards, front and rear license plates, and nickel plated radiator shell and headlight rim, nickel plated klaxon, and driver’s spotlight. Inside shows front and back seat, steering wheel, and gear selector. Car has clockwork mechanism (working) with forward and reverse. Electric spotlight. Car rides on painted tin wheels with simulated balloon tires, all of which are removable for added play value. On the rear of the car are three bars simulating a luggage rack and oval back window that completes the 1920s look of a typical saloon automobile. Bottom is marked “Automobiles, J de P Brevete SGDG Paris, Made in France”. SIZE: 13″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Very good with some paint wear to tires. Litho on running boards shows slight corrosion. Rear differential gear is partially stripped. 1-10065 (1,750-2,250)

RED CITROEN TANKER TRUCK. Features opening driver’s door that shows pleated driver’s seat inside and steering wheel with working steering. Silver painted tank with cap. Overall red paint. Nickel plated grill and headlight rims. Wind-up floating mechanism. Truck is very stylish, being full fendered front and rear and appears very sporty for a tank truck. Underneath is lettered “AUTOMOBILE/MECANIQUE/ANDRE CITROEN/MADE IN FRANCE”. “Pneu Michelin Super Comfort” rubber tires. Wheels on these vehicles could be removed for added play value. Mechanism untested. PROVENANCE: From the collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Very good, needs to be cleaned. Dent in hood. Headlight wiring is incomplete. 10051-1 (1,750-2,750)

LAVENDER CITROEN COUPE. Two-tone lavender with black fenders coupe features opening driver’s door which shows interior with pleated seat, working steering. Nickel plated grill. Wheels and tires are painted tin simulated balloon tires, including spare. Wheels and tires are removable for added play value. Mechanism works and working emergency brake. Underneath is lettered “AUTOMOBILE/MECANIQUE/ANDRE CITROEN/MADE IN FRANCE”. Lavender color is an attractive alternative to colors normally seen. SIZE: 11-3/4″. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Very good plus, light scratches to roof and some paint wear to wheels with some flaking on spare wheel. Rear license plate missing. 1-10039 (1,250-2,250)

LIGHT GREEN CITROEN SOFT TOP COUPE. This car features a folding canvas top with working landau irons. Opening driver’s door that shows the working steering and pleated seat inside. The standard model came with wind-up motor and this car is a deluxe model which features an early electric motor and working headlights. It also features a bump and go mechanism with the front and rear bumpers to move the car forward and reverse. Other features include a rear mounted spare, front and rear license plates, nickel plated grill and headlight rims, and “Pneu Michelin” tires. Body of car is light green with darker green paint added at a later date above the belt line and black fenders with black wheels. SIZE: 17″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Very good. Repair to lower door hinge. 1-10045 (1,750-2,750)

JEP RENAULT OPEN TOURING CAR. Four door open touring car, shows lithographed brown body with fine red pin striping and light brown interior with working steering and working gear selector. Also has original windshield and simulated folded top. Car also shows ribbed running boards with black painted fenders. There also is a cast Klaxon on the driver’s side. Marked on the bottom “AUTOMOBILES/JdeP/Brevete SGDG/Paris/Made in France”. Car winds up from front to strong spring mechanism. Drive shaft goes back to differential and working reverse and forward gears with working independent suspension. SIZE: 13-1/4″. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Good, some corrosion on running boards. Two wheels are restored. Clear coating to body appears thin. 1-10064 (1,250-2,250)

CITROEN FIRE TRUCK WITH REEL AND LADDERS. Fire truck has all accessories, including hand drawn hose reel, two ladders, hose reel on back of truck, and composition jointed fireman driver with original clothes (including coat, boots and helmet). Truck features working steering, “Pneu Michelin” tires, and simulated wooden bench style seats. Nickel grill and headlight rims. Floating clockwork mechanism that simulates suspension in the rear. Mechanism untested. SIZE: 17-1/4″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Very good plus. Small repair to back hose reel rack. Hand drawn hose reel is probably a replacement. 1-10050 (2,000-3,000)

RED BOAT TAIL CITROEN ROADSTER. Circa 1924. This car features painted black fenders and dark red painted body. It is clockwork driven. Windshield is probably a replacement. Driver’s compartment has steering wheel with working steering and brake lever. Interior boasts a pleated seat and gauges on dash. Car also has nickel plated grill and headlight rims. Most interesting feature of car is boat tail rear. Also has luggage rack with trunk and spare on side with four simulated balloon tires. SIZE: 12-1/2″. PROVENANCE: From the collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Overall very good. Wheels are restored. 1-10040 (1,000-2,000)

RED CITROEN TANK TRUCK. Features opening driver’s door which shows interior with pleated seat, silver painted tank with cap (possible replacement). A unique feature of this truck is the cab and body has original factor black splatter paint over red and fenders, running boards and headlights are plain red. Nickel plated grill and headlight rims. Wind-up mechanism with an emergency brake. Tin hand painted wheels and tires. Wheels could be removed for added play value. Truck is very stylish, being full fendered front and rear and appears very sporty for a tank truck. Underneath is lettered “AUTOMOBILE/MECANIQUE/ANDRE CITROEN/MADE IN FRANCE”. Working mechanism. SIZE: 17-1/4″. PROVENANCE: From the collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Overall very good plus. Small dent in tank. 1-10051 (1,750-2,750)

CITROEN PHAETON. Turquoise and black open touring car features pleated interior, working steering wheel mechanism, windshield, nickel plated radiator and headlight rims. License plate is rubber stamped on front end. Car has a stationary clockwork (working). Car has four hand painted tin wheels and simulated rubber tires with a spare mounted on the back, all of which could be removed for additional play value. Lettered on the bottom “Automobile mecanique Andre’ Citroen, Made in France”. SIZE: 15-1/2″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Overall good with small dent to hood, replaced windshield, and some specks to paint, light scratching to fenders. Wheels have been restored, but show age. 1-10042 (1,500-2,500)

RED CITROEN COUPE. Two-tone red with black fenders coupe features opening driver’s door which shows interior with pleated seat, working steering. Wheels and tires are painted tin simulated balloon tires, including spare with license plate mounted on rear. Wheels and tires are removable for added play value. Mechanism untested. Underneath is lettered “AUTOMOBILE/MECANIQUE/ANDRE CITROEN/MADE IN FRANCE”. SIZE: 12″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Fair plus, headlights are reattached, some flaking and some touch-up spots. Wheels have wear to tires. 1-10041 (750-1,250)

CITROEN PICK UP TRUCK WITH SIMULATED WOOD SIDES. Dark tan body with black fenders and running boards. Interior with pleated seat and working steering wheel. Nickel plated radiator and headlight rims. Truck also features wheels and tires, removable for added play value. Clockwork mechanism (working) and emergency brake along rear license plate and tail light (replacement). Has operating tailgate. Bottom is stamped “AUTOMOBILE/MECHANIQUE/ANDRE CITROEN/MADE IN FRANCE”. SIZE: 16-3/4″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Fair to good. Appears to be older restoration to black fenders/chassis. Wheels and tires have been restored. 1-10049 (1,200-1,800)

CITROEN FLAT BED TRUCK. Truck painted dark brown with red splatter and black roof and fenders. Features opening driver’s door to reveal the interior with pleated seat and working steering wheel and steering mechanism. Wooden flat bed body. Nickel plated radiator and headlight rims. Clockwork mechanism with emergency brake (working). Truck also features tin painted wheels and tires, which are removable for added play value. Bottom stamped “AUTOMOBILE/MECANIQUE/ANDRE CITROEN/MADE IN FRANCE”. SIZE: 16-3/4″. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Very good, some wear to paint on tires. Needs to be cleaned. Nickel radiator and headlight rims are dull. 1-10216 (750-1,000)

BLUE CITROEN DUMP TRUCK. Except for black roof and fenders, truck is blue with dark blue paint splatter. Features opening driver’s door to reveal the interior with pleated seat and working steering wheel and steering mechanism. Dump body operates and has working tailgate. Floating clockwork mechanism. Truck also features painted tin wheels and tires that are removable for added play value. Bottom stamped “AUTOMOBILE/MECANIQUE/ANDRE CITROEN/MADE IN FRANCE”. SIZE: 16-1/4″. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Poor, flaking paint, some corrosion, radiator shell is corroded and missing cap. Headlight rims are missing. Missing retainer nut for rear wheel. Clockwork is untested. Two dump ratchets are missing. 1-10212 (400-600)

BUDDY L TANK LINE TRUCK. Open door black vehicle with large green tank on rear capable of holding water or other liquid with spigot on rear. Steerable front wheels. SIZE: 24″ l. PROVENANCE: From the collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Restored with various scratches. Spigot is loose and comes with spare spigot. 1-10130 (400-600)

EXTRAORDINARY RECREATION OF AMERICAN NATIONAL COUPE PEDAL CAR. Deluxe model featuring electric operating head and tail lights stop and go. Rear license plate operated from simulated e-brake inside car. Stainless radiator surround and grill radiator ornament. Head lights with an “A” imprinted lenses representing it is an “Alemite lubricated car”. Car is hand pinstriped in gold and red over a maroon body with black fenders, hand painted louvres on the side of the hood and gold stripes on the fenders. Stainless trim on running boards with rubber inserts and “Top Life” cast step plates. The car has opening doors with side windows that go up and down and windshield tips open. The doors are trimmed in wicker and open to reveal authentic period upholstery. “American National” dash plate, headlight switch and fat boy steering wheel. Rear shade also goes up and down. The top is upholstered in black leatherette and trimmed in black. Inside of the trunk has a plaque that says “this 1925 American National Pedal Coupe #2 is presented to Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. March 17, 1991”. The trunk compartment contains the battery for the lights. Trunk has a simulated nickel plated luggage rack and rear fenders have two lights atop each fender. Both front and rear bumpers are 2-piece hand formed and also nickel plated. Both formed in the American National style. The car also has rear spring suspension and red disc wheels with hard rubber tires. SIZE: 67″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Near excellent. 1-10206 (5,000-15,000)

TURNER LINCOLN. Super sized Turner Lincoln is a wonderful deep robin’s egg blue color with tan interior and still retains the original steering wheel and seats. It has black pin striping and radiator. Gold highlights on the radiator surround, bumper, and headlights. Black roof and red wheels with rubber tires. SIZE: 26″ PROVENANCE: From the collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Very good, original, with some peppering spots in the paint and a few scuffed areas here and there. Very minor dent in front of roof with a little roughness in paint. Wheels have some paint loss. 1-10217 (8,500-10,000)

TOLEDO WHEEL COMPANY BUICK. The scale of this Buick is an oddity in all of the press steel vehicles made in this era. None of the other toy truck manufactures of the time made vehicles in this large scale. Too small to ride in and too big to play with other children’s typical pressed steel of the day, one wonders why they made this car this size. This car captures the 1920s coupes and roadsters of the day and can be compared to just about any 1920s automobile of that era. There were many different variations and colors. Some were even fire chief cars. This car’s color combination is a classic combination of the day, as some real car makers chose to use flashy colors to set their cars apart. This car also came in a roadster and hard top version, with the top being fixed. Still retains original dash plate, steering wheel, spot light, nickel plated radiator surround with Buick emblem, headlights, license plate, and front bumper. Car rides on orange painted and black pin stripe rubber tires with original spare. Car still has original mustard and light green colors with orange pin stripe with black fenders. Very attractive color combination. SIZE: 28″ l. PROVENANCE: From the collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Good to very good, although right rear quarter shows signs of over cleaning and top has some denting and could use some cosmetic repair. Black fenders are very nice as are the wheels, the left side being better than right. With very little professional cosmetic restoration to improve those areas, the car could be nice. 1-10133 (5,000-8,000)

AMERICAN NATIONAL GASOLINE TRUCK. Large Richfield gasoline truck. This truck has large gas tank on back with spigot on back with “RICHFIELD THE GASOLINE OF POWER / RICHLUBE 100% PURE PENNSYLVANIA MOTOR OIL” decal on both sides. Truck is a C cab Mack with an oval window on each side, embossed louvers, front fenders, and short running boards. The tank and cab are black with yellow chassis and wheels. The wheels and chassis is decoratively pin striped in black. There were a lot of tanker trucks made by various toy makers but very few are private labeled like this and are very rare today. SIZE: 26″. PROVENANCE: From the collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Good. There appears to be a thin black wash over most of the original black paint except for the Richfield decal area on tank on both sides. A few small dents. 1-10132 (800-1,200)

STURDITOY TRACTOR TRAILER. Sturditoy tractor trailers are an elusive truck to collect. Very few steel toy truck manufactures in the 1920s/1930s made tractor trailer trucks. This example is in original red paint and features a short wheel base tractor with original dash decal and operating steering. Back of truck where hitch is has a simulated gas tank and the front end has a dog house shaped hood and radiator with Sturditoy decal. Simulated radiator with louvered sides on hood. Truck still retains original head lights, license plate, and bumpers. Rides on Sturditoy “Firestone” tires “Made expressly for Sturditoy trucks”. The tank trailer has original “STURDITOY OIL COMPANY” decals, twin filler caps, and spigots on back. The stepped frame on this trailer also has ratchet bogey wheel unit on bottom of truck to raise and lower it to hitch on tractor. Trailer still retains original rear bumper and steel wheels with balloon tires. SIZE: 31-1/2″ when hooked together. PROVENANCE: From the collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Tractor has overall paint loss and over paint and is in fair condition. Trailer is in much better paint condition, very good. Note: Pieces do not match condition-wise. 1-10214 (2,000-3,000)

KEYSTONE “WORLD GREATEST CIRCUS” TRUCK. This Keystone truck is a very difficult truck to find in this fine condition along with original six cages and animals. Another feature that the truck had, which was unusual in toy truck, is the use of paper lithography on the inside and outside labels of the flip down sides of the truck body. The litho is very strong and colorful, just a little faded on left side and brighter on the right. The play value of this toy was wonderful for a child as he could take the circus cages out of the truck by unlatching the lithographed side panels. By lifting one of the cage bars he/she could remove the animals and play with them. Colorful paper litho over wood animals, which include a camel, two giraffes, a lion, an elephant and what appears to be a bear, could be played with individually or be hooked together to form a circus parade. The fragility of the paper litho on the truck and animals cannot be understated as only a slight amount of moisture would have done them in not to mention keeping together all of the original pieces that make up this truck. Another feature of this truck that increased its play value was the ability to sit on top of the truck and steer the front wheels and coast down the sidewalk or have a friend pull you. The orange color is unique to the Keystone circus truck and it still retains Keystone floor plate and radiator decals. Wheels are a bit deeper orange color and have Hood balloon tires and the truck also has simulated cowl lights. A rare chance to own such a unique toy with all accessories. SIZE: 26″ PROVENANCE: From the collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Orange paint has very light overall scratches and retains a very rich patina. 1-10075 (4,000-7,000)

LOT OF TWO CUSTOM TANK TRUCKS. 1) Early custom build “C” cab Richfield gasoline tank truck. Many features throughout, including chrome rails on top of simulated riveted gas tank, gasoline spigot on back of tank, chrome filler caps, six Richfield oil gasoline cans in racks on both sides of truck, horn on side of cab, glass windshield, simulated chain drive, simulated hand crank on front, sign on roof, six cast wheels with rubber tires, and moving suspension in back. Truck brightly colored and pin striped and features “Richfield The Gasoline of Power” and Richfield shield decals. Rear truck frame has “Sampson” embossed on back of frame. 2) Custom Gilmore Red Lion gasoline tank truck. Features six oil cans in racks on both sides of truck, two chrome filler caps on top and chrome spigot on back, custom cast wheels and rubber tires, painted bright red chassis and yellow cab, tank and wheels. Truck is pin striped and has Red Lion decals on sides and Gilmore Lion on sides of cab and back of tank and Red Lion sign on roof. SIZE: 1) 31″ 2) 26-1/2″. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: 1) Well executed in design. Very nicely customized truck. 2) Excellent condition with a few minor paint chips. 1-9975, 1-10253 (1,500-2,500)

LOT OF TWO KEYSTONE TANK TRUCKS. Both trucks are created by New-Era Quality Toys. 1) Customized Keystone “Esso” gasoline tank truck. Truck has four fixed caps on white gas tank with red “ESSO” lettering and four spigots on back, all riding on a cradle that is lettered “GASOLINE – MOTOR OIL”. Custom cast wheels with rubber tires. Cowl lights. Truck overall painted in white with red wheels. 2) Customized Keystone “Shell” gasoline tank truck. Painted in bright yellow with red wheels, red striping and hand lettering. Shell decal and two spigots on back of tank with two caps on top. Features cowl lights and leatherette upholstery on seat. New-Era decal on floorboards of both trucks. SIZE: 1) 25-1/2″ 2) 27″ PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: 1) Nicely painted and detailed with a few minor shelf ware chips. 2) Nicely painted and detailed. Both trucks show great workmanship. 1-10207, 1-10209 (1,250-2,250)

BUDDY L INTERNATIONAL RED BABY. In 1923 Fred Lundahl (founder of Buddy L) produced a special truck for International Harvester that now is quite a rarity, the “Red Baby”. Whether this was originated by the big farm machinery and truck maker or was suggested to IHC by Lundahl, who had first offered his original toy truck to International for publicity and sales promotion and had been rebuffed, is unknown. In any case, Buddy L began making and International began selling to its dealers the toy Red Baby trucks to promote the sale of a special version of an IHC Model S delivery for “Speed Truck” that it had brought out in early 1922. Prices at $4, the trucks were sold to McCormick-Deering dealers for display and resale. The truck is an open body express truck except that it has an enclosed doorless cab. It has front and rear fenders with full length running board and cast aluminum 8-spoke wheels. Truck is entirely deep red in color except for aluminum tires. This truck also retains its “INTERNATIONAL HARVESTER” decal on both sides. The “IHC SALES AND SERVICE” on both sides of cab and “McCORMICK-DEERING” decals on top of both doorways of cab. SIZE: 24″ PROVENANCE: From the collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Very deep mellow toned patina and overall thin paint with no touch ups. Some paint loss to bed. Overall a very pleasing example. Front bumper frame horns are pushed in slightly. 1-10252 (2,500-3,500)

LOT OF TWO PRESSED STEEL TOY TRUCKS. 1) Number 204 Buddy L moving van. Features rear opening door on van body and Buddy L “Express Line” decals and floorplate and radiator decals. The van body also extends over cab to form a roof, which otherwise would have been an open cab. Four cast painted wheels, red frame, black cab, and green van body. 2) An interesting and nicely designed custom tank truck. Features gas tank with two caps and spigot on green cradle with four cans. Enclosed cab with typical Mack front end with ratchet crank lever. Sit atop steel wheels with rubber tires. SIZE: 1) 24-1/2″ 2) 27″ PROVENANCE: From the collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: 1) Truck in very good restored condition. 2) Very good, nicely painted and designed. 1-10208, 1-10219 (1,350-1,850)

LOT OF TWO BUDDY L TRUCKS. 1) Number 206 Buddy L Tank Line truck. Restored truck features tank with spigot, open cab design, Buddy L decals on tank floor and radiator, and aluminum wheels. Painted green tank, black body, and red frame. Accompanied by four cans with Buddy L decals. 2) Buddy L custom large Huxter truck. Custom made Huxter body with top with standard Buddy L open cab riding on 8-spoke cast aluminum wheels. Black body with red frame. Buddy L decals on floor and radiator. This is a truck Buddy L should have made. SIZE: 1) 25″ 2) 24″ PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: 1) Good condition, fair restoration. 2) Good condition, fair restoration. 1-10215, 1-10223 (850-1,250)

NUMBER 400 BUDDY L TRENCH DIGGER. This massive trench digger, or ditcher, stands out as the biggest, heftiest (weighs 28 lbs), and most complex in design and construction. Certainly it is among the most colorful. There are few parts taken from other toys, as manufacturers sometimes did to cut costs, this one must have been very costly to manufacture. It originally retailed for around $25 in 1928-1931, which would have easily bought a used car back then and was at the beginning of the Great Depression. Naturally they are extremely rare today, especially as complete and in original condition as this one is. This toy would truly be enhanced in value as well as appeal by a professional cleaning. Originally this toy would dig a trench 1-1/2″ wide and up to 8″ deep. The crank, with wooden handle, in motor housing (drive gear missing) drives 22 digging buckets via chains and sprockets; ratchet, crank and cords control trench depth; separate crank on front operate canvas belt to distribute dirt to either side. Buddy L decals on motor front, radiator decal, and on chute above conveyor. Buddy L Trench Digger decal on crawler frame. SIZE: 24″ long, 20″ high, 14″ wide. PROVENANCE: From the collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Very good plus. Conveyor belt pot metal gears show signs of distress. Drive gear on motor housing missing. Toy appears to be all original paint with no parts replaced. 1-10220 (2,750-4,750)

BUDDY L FIRE PUMPER WITH NICKEL BOILER. Number 205-A Buddy L Fire Pumper, all red except nickel plated upright boiler, and polished flywheels of dummy water pump. Polished brass railing, boiler band, and bell. Front and rear fenders with full running board and rear step. CFD decals on seat. Buddy L floor and radiator decal. Cast aluminum wheels. SIZE: 23″ PROVENANCE: From the collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Very good restoration. 1-10241 (750-1,250)

LOT OF TWO BUDDY L FIRE TRUCKS. 1) Very nicely professionally restored Buddy L Number 205 fire truck with ladders, boom, hose reel, and wench. Truck features polished brass bell and railings. Painted and polished aluminum wheels. The two ladders can be joined together and mounted on the rear bracket to form a ladder 33″ long. The ladder racks have latches to hold ladders in place. The hose reel hoses are simulated sash line. Working crane and wench. CFL decals on side, Buddy L floorplate, and radiator decal. 2) Number 205C Buddy L Insurance Patrol truck. Restored in red, features open body with brass rails and bell and open step in rear. Painted and polished aluminum wheels. SIZE: 1) 26″ 2) 25-1/4″ PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Both restored and in excellent condition. 1-9974, 1-10231 (1,000-1,500)

NUMBER 280-A BUDDY L CONCRETE MIXER ON TREAD. Fred Lundahl, founder of Buddy L, focused on play value of all his toys that were manufactured. With this concrete mixer, made from 1929-1931, a young boy could actually make concrete and could build roads and foundations if he wanted to. These toys had a low survival rate as often times they were left outside. The operation of the toy was put in motion by turning the hand crank which turned gears with a clutch mechanism that could turn the drum and/or raise and lower the hopper. On the other side of the drum is a discharge chute that is controlled by a lever arrangement on the frame. With all the moving parts that had to be manufactured for this toy it is easy to see why there weren’t many made and certainly even less that survived. Finding the larger construction toys complete is a difficult task. This toy is original except for two drive gears that have been replaced and still is in great working condition. It was a very complex toy to engineer and produce. Buddy L also manufactured a version of this toy without the treads. A very sought after toy that few collections have. SIZE: 15-3/4″ long, 16″ high. PROVENANCE: From the collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Very good, “BUDDY L CONCRETE MIXER” decal on frame and boiler, but missing on box next to boiler and crawler frame. One small spring on tread tension replaced. 1-10221 (2,000-2,500)

KINGSBURY LADDER FIRE TRUCK. Kingsbury made a series of fire trucks. This one is the largest fire truck they made and came with expendable aerial ladders, four auxiliary ladders. These large trucks offered a huge amount of child play value. Unusual feature in this all steel truck is a cast iron seat and ladder racks. This truck came in two version, this being the pull toy version. It has steerable front wheels and the original balloon tires. When pulled along it has a bell ringer mechanism underneath that could be set to ring or not ring. SIZE: 33″ PROVENANCE: From the collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Excellent restored. 1-10232 (800-1,200)

BUDDY L AERIAL LADDER FIRE TRUCK. Number 205-B Aerial Ladder Truck, 1925-1929, all red except for nickel ladders and brass hand wheel and bell. Red polished aluminum wheels. Full length running board and fenders. Handwheel extends ladder to 4-1/2′, small wheel rotates the ladder. Operating steering. CFD decal on sides and Buddy L floor and radiator decals. SIZE: 39″ with ladder down. PROVENANCE: From the collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Excellent restored condition. 1-10242 (600-900)

LOT OF TWO PRESSED STEEL TRUCKS. 1) Sturditoy tank truck with polished tank, cap and spigot. Sits on red painted cradle. Enclosed cab with headlights and front bumper. Riding on steel wheels with rubber tires. Sturditoy dash, floorboard, radiator decals. Sturditoy Gas Company decal on tank. 2) Number 203B Buddy L baggage truck with yellow stake rack body that has Buddy L Baggage Line decal and inside bed is what looks to be an original accessory loading handtruck. Enclosed cab and features Buddy L decal on floor and radiator. Cab black and frame is red. SIZE: 1) 25-1/2″ 2) 26″ PROVENANCE: From the collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: 1) Very good restored condition with some minor bubbling on front of radiator. 2) Very good, restored. 1-10210, 1-10222 (1,250-2,250)

BUDDY L FLIVVER HUXTER. Number 212-A Ford one-ton deliver truck, 1927-1930, all black except for red aluminum 8-spoke wheels. This truck was part of the Buddy L Flivver series and is one of the most difficult to find in exceptionally nice condition. This model has a continuous hard canopy top extending from enclosed cab over cargo section supported by three posts on each with latching drop-down tailgate. Buddy L decals on doors and partial decal on bottom. This model is sometimes referred to as the “Huxter”. SIZE: 14″ PROVENANCE: From the collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Truck is in fine condition with possibly a slight glazing of over-paint on the roof, which with a professional cleaning should reveal very good paint underneath. As it is now you probably wouldn’t catch this paint condition unless you looked at it under magnification. 1-10236 (1,000-2,000)

LOT OF FOUR BUDDY L FLIVVERS. 1) Number 210-B Flivver Coupe, 1924-1930, all black except for red 8-spoke aluminum wheel, flat top Model T coupe. Operating steering wheel, full fenders and running board. Buddy L decal on bottom. 2) Number 211-A dump truck, 1926-1930, all black except for red 8-spoke aluminum wheels. Open dump section with squared off back with latching drop down tailgate. Lever tilts section for dumping. Opening driver’s seat, operating steering wheel. Front fenders with short running boards. No decals. 3) Number 210 Flivver truck, 1924-1927 & 1929-1930, all black except for red cast 8-spoke wheels. Functional steering wheel, simulated folding soft top, pick-up style cargo body has a latching drop tailgate, and full fendered with running board. Buddy L round decal on bottom. 4) Number 210-A Flivver Coupe, 1924-1930, all black except for red aluminum 8-spoke wheels. Simulated soft folding, sloping turtle deck, operating steering wheel, and full fendered with running board. Round Buddy L decal on bottom. SIZE: 1) 11″ 2) 11″ 3) 12″ 4) 11″ PROVENANCE: From the collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Excellent condition, all are nicely restored. 1-10235, 1-10238, 1-10239, 1-10240 (1,500-2,500)

WILKINS TRANSITION AUTO AND BUDDY L FLIVVER DUMP TRUCK. 1) Wilkins Transition Auto is a very early car with working clockwork and original lady driver. It is a transitional piece in that it is half cast iron horse drawn carriage and half tin automobile. This toymaker used the remainder of their horse drawn carriage parts and figured out how to make a tin front end to make it into a very early automobile. 2) Number 211 Buddy L Ford dump truck. All black except for red painted aluminum cast wheels. Open dump section tapers to a point on each side with latch release for dump. Open driver seat, operating steering wheel, front fenders only, and short running boards. SIZE: 1) 9″ 2)12″ PROVENANCE: From the collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: 1) Fair. 2) Good, appears to be an all original truck except for light black wash over whole top surface and a red over-paint on front axle. 1-10137, 1-10243 (500-1,000)

LOT OF TWO FLIVVERS AND A PURE OIL TRUCK. 1) Contemporary Pure Oil Tank C cab truck. Buddy L Flivver type aluminum wheels, blue oil tank and wheels, rest of truck is black. Pure Oil decals on cab and tank. 2) Number 210-B, 1924-1930, Buddy L Flivver has been restored and headlights, spare wheel, and hitch added. A custom made trailer that hitches to the back of the Flivver was made using a Buddy L Flivver dump body. All black except for red wheels. 3) Cowdery center door Flivver. This Flivver is a contemporary custom creation, part of a series of Flivvers that Brian Cowdery produced. Perhaps this is one Buddy L should have made as it compliments all of the other Flivvers. Overall black paint with red wheels. Included is a Cowdery Toy Works number 67 Flivver Sedan pin. SIZE: 1) 13″ 2) 16-1/2″ car with trailer 3) 11″ PROVENANCE: From the collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: 1) Excellent restored condition. 2) Restored, very good. 3) As new, factory fresh. 1-10225, 1-10237, 1-10244 (650-1,200)

STEELCRAFT ARMY TRUCK. U.S. Army truck with original canvas cover on rear body and still retains “ARMY TRUCK” decals on sides of body. Opening tail gate. C cab Mack truck has Mack decals on sides, Steelcraft decal inside cab, simulated seat, working steering, and Mack logo on front radiator. The truck is a dark tan color with red wheels with tan pin striping. The hood is the standard early Mack truck shape of the day and has full front fenders and running boards. There is also simulated radiator in front of cab. SIZE: 24″ PROVENANCE: From the collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Overall very good plus, with general light chipping and scuffs. Nice patina, untouched truck. Some child wrote “U.S. Army” on top of canvas on both sides. 1-9973 (800-1,000)

TWO KINGSBURY CARS. 1) Kingsbury Roadster in tan and red with green wheels features electric headlights and tail light. Still retains original license plate and trunk. Rumble seat, steering wheel, and windshield. Car has buggy style steering. Still retains original tires. Clockwork works. 2) Kingsbury doctor’s couple with blue body and black fenders and roof with red wheels and original tires. Clockwork motor isn’t catching. Still retains its driver, original headlights and spare tire. This is a very early Kingsbury. Has buggy steering, original New Hampshire license plate stamped “74200”. SIZE: 1) 12-1/2″ 2) 10-1/2″ PROVENANCE: From the collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: 1) Very nice except for some paint loss on red fenders. 2) Very good, paint wear to edges of fenders and roof with light wear to the body. 1-10246, 1-10251 (500-1,000)

KINGSBURY LITTLE JIM HUXTER TRUCK. “Little Jim Playthings” was marketed by J.C. Penney’s, a customer of Kingsbury Toys made in Keene, NH. Kingsbury is famous for their clockwork toy trucks and cars and made many different versions. The Huxter truck is probably one of the most difficult trucks to find in Kingsbury’s line of vehicles. These trucks were used in real life as vending trucks such as for fruits and vegetables delivery. Often the fruits and vegetables were sold right out of the back and used as traveling grocery stands. This truck has both passenger car and truck features, making it a very streamline looking truck. The extended canopy roof covers the rear body, which has a folding tailgate and four uprights, and also encloses the cab. This truck is known as the 300 series with the front license plate rubber stamped “360”. The 300 series used actual kingpin steering and is more realistic in the steering action. The truck still retains original headlights, bumpers, wheels and tires, and has all original paint. SIZE: 14-1/2″ PROVENANCE: From the collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Very good to excellent, missing one “Little Jim” decal on left side. Very minor scuffing and scratches. Tires have flat spots but are original. Missing clockwork wind up plate. 1-10229 (2,200-3,200)

KINGSBURY LIGHT BLUE BUS. Kingsbury bus styled after buses of the day done in typical Kingsbury fashion making it a very stylish and streamline bus. Number 786 stamped on license plate. Front and rear fenders are black with silver running boards and red wheels with rubber tires. Six windows on each side with 16 passenger seats with driver seat and steering wheel. Clockwork works. SIZE: 16″ PROVENANCE: From the collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Good to very good, mild chips and scratches. Replaced front bumper. 1-10227 (850-1,250)

HAND MADE 1920s ROADSTER. This car, probably made in the period, has lots of details and charm. It’s complete with headlights, tail light, and license plate. Front bumper, radiator shell and ornament. Rear spare, simulated soft top and windshield. Inside is seat, steering wheel, pedals, and gear selector. Really captures the essence of 1920 roadster. SIZE: 19″ PROVENANCE: From the collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Very good. 1-10250 (300-600)

LOT OF TWO KINGSBURY TRUCKS. 1) Kingsbury Army Truck with Canvas Cover. Little Jim Playthings Army truck has canvas roof on back, features full featured truck with running boards, overall olive drab paint with orange wheels with red paint. Kingpin style steering with 350 stamped on license plate. Headlight, radiator surround, license plate, and bumper painted silver. Retains original steering wheel and driver’s seat. Body in back has hoops in place for canvas top. Clockwork works. 2) Kingsbury fire truck, fire truck combination ladder and hose truck. This truck features electric lights. Overall painted red, silver running boards and radiator surround. Gold painted trim. White rubber tires. SIZE: 1) 14-1/2″ 2) 13-1/2″ PROVENANCE: From the collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: 1) Fair to good, overall scratches and wear. Could use a good cleaning. Rear hoop replaced, tailgate replaced, some possible hoops reattached, and canvas top is a replacement. 2) Fair to good, light chipping and scratches overall, especially to fender edges. Missing ladders and hoses. 1-10226, 1-10230 (1,000-2,000)

KINGSBURY SEDAN. Four door Kingsbury sedan, overall blue with black fenders and silver bumper and running boards and orange pin stripes and wheels with original tires. Truck mounted spare, simulated landau irons on top, seats, steering wheel, headlights, license plate marked “345”, and has kingpin style steering. SIZE: 13″ PROVENANCE: From the collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Good to very good, needs professional cleaning. Rear license plate missing. Possible repaint on front bumper and some striping on trunk. Spare tire holder has some dabs of paint as do bottom edge of rear fenders. 1-10245 (800-1,200)

LOT OF TWO KINGSBURY CARS. 1) Kingsbury station wagon, very rare and hard to find body style and is part of the early series of Kingsbury cars. Has buggy style steering, painted in tan body, green fenders, and has orange wheels with rubber tires. 2) Kingsbury coupe numbered 344 on both license plates, 300 series, rear mounted spare, kingpin steering, typical style of the day in a coupe body. Car is tan with yellow, black fenders, red wheels and stripes, silver running board, bumpers and radiator. Both cars having working clockwork. SIZE: 1) 11″ 2) 13″ PROVENANCE: From the collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: 1) Restored, replaced tires, excellent condition. 2) Restored, replaced rubber tires, very good, paint cracking. 1-10224 (600-1,200)

KINGSBURY MOTOR DRIVEN STAKE TRUCK. Kingsbury Stake Truck in burnt orange paint with black fenders, silver running boards, radiator, headlights, bumper, and blue wheels with rubber tires. Very rare and hard to find Kingsbury truck. Clockwork works. SIZE: 16″ PROVENANCE: From the collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Overall very good, except for the left side stake side is replaced. Some corrosion on bottom. 1-10228 (600-1,000)

FIVE KINGSBURY TOYS. 1) Green Kingsbury Motor Driven Stake Truck with red wheels and working clockwork. 2) Little Jim Playthings Army Truck, light green with red tires and orange wheels, and working clockwork. 3) Little Jim Moving Van, custom made body marked “B. Cowdery 1982″, hand lettered and striped, vanilla colored van body and light green truck, red wheels and tires with working clockwork. 4) Kingsbury Motor Driven Stake Truck, dark green, red wheels with white tires, working clockwork. 5) Kingsbury Number 784 orange trolley, replica of city trolley, working clockwork. SIZE: 1) 10-1/2″ 2) 10-1/2″ 3) 11″ 4) 10-1/2″ 5) 14” PROVENANCE: From the collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: 1) Good condition, some corrosion on stake sides and top. Left rear tire split. 2) Good condition, needs to be cleaned. 3) New van part is very nice, original truck is very good. 4) Very good condition. 5) Very nice condition. 1-9960, 1-10233, 1-10234, 1-10247, 1-10248 (1,000-2,500)

LOT OF FOUR KINGSBURY TOY VEHICLES. 1) Early Kingsbury ladder truck, white ladder truck with red ladders. Original fireman. Red wheels. 2) Kingsbury dump truck, blue with red wheel. Missing driver and steering wheel. 3) Kingsbury dray, blue with gold trim and red wheels. Original driver. 4) Kingsbury ladder truck, red ladder truck with yellow ladders. Original fireman. Yellow wheels. All clockworks work. SIZE: 1) 18″ 2) 9″ 3) 14-1/2″ 4) 18″ PROVENANCE: From the collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: 1) Paint flaking, overall good. 2) Good. 3) Good with some flaking paint. 4) Good condition with replaced wheels in back. 1-9966, 1-10152, 1-10153, 1-10159 (300-500)

FABULOUS KENTON SIGHT SEEING AUTO. One of the few early comic character automotive toys ever made. This scarce toy is seldom found with its original figures and steering wheel. It has the Captain, Gloomy Gus, Mama Katzenjammer, Happy Hooligan, and Gaston. This toy was inspired by the early sightseeing buses frequently found in big cities at the turn of the century. There is also another version of this toy, “Sight Seeing New York”. SIZE: 10″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Very good all original condition. Exhibits some uniform wear. 1-10113 (2,500-3,500)

CARETTE LIMOUSINE. One of the largest cars that Carette manufactured, this limousine has its original headlamps, side lamps, roof rack and hand-painted driver. It is seldom found with all of these original parts. Has glass windshield, brake on left side, and lever on right side of car to put it in forward or reverse. Also has opening back doors. Because of all these fine features, Carette was considered one of the leading manufacturers of toy cars in the early part of the 20th century. Car is lithographed in green with black roof and fenders, with cream-colored wheels and red spokes. SIZE: 16″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Very good to near excellent, with some minor chipping on wheels and some light scratches and minor oxidation. Back plate is missing on one headlamp; one door handle missing. Overall, a very nice car. 1-10059 (4,500-6,500)

FRENCH OPEN EXCURSION BUS. This very unusual toy is an elongated bus with four rows of seats behind the driver. Lithographed in blue with brown seats and a separate lithographed driver. Has lever in front for wheels to be set in different positions. SIZE: 10″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Overall very fine plus to near mint mechanism not functioning. 1-10055 (500-600)

SCARCE RED CROSS LIMO/AMBULANCE. Probably manufactured by Bub. Very nice looking and elusive ambulance, lithographed in gray with black roof and fenders, white tires with gray spokes and opening side doors. Also has flag with Red Cross symbol attached to hood, with separate Red Cross symbols tabbed into car on grill, both opening side doors and rear of ambulance. Lithographed driver. SIZE: 11″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Very good plus, with some overall minor wear to car and oxidation to wheels. Appears to be all original. 1-10062 (1,500-2,000)

FRENCH 2-MAN BICYCLE. An early and fantastic toy features two large hand-painted bicyclists riding a 3-wheeled cycle. When toy is wound, bicyclists’ legs propel the cycle in very realistic fashion. This certainly would be a prized possession for collectors of early hand-painted toys and early bicycles/tricycles. SIZE: 12″ l. x 9″ h. PROVENANCE: Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Very good plus, with some inpainting to figures, especially their lower limbs. Toy does still retain a good portion of original paint. 1-10186 (2,500-4,500)

LOT OF 6 PENNY TOYS. Lot consists of the following: 1) woman pushing child in wheelchair; 2) clown hitting donkey; 3) gnome feeding parrot; 4) two gnomes hammering; 5) two gnomes sawing; and 6) carousel with bicycles. SIZE: Longest 4-1/2″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: All appear in very good to near excellent condition. 1-10095, 1-10096, 1-10097, 1-10098, 1-10099, 1-10100 (1,250-2,250)

IRISH MAIL. Really a fantastic toy, the Irish Mail has almost oversized boy lithographed in bright colors. Back of cart lithographed with simulated wood, sporting number 16 on back, with hand-brake on side. You can almost imagine the boy crouched and ready for the big race to begin, with both hands working the drive handle. Toy has great eye appeal. SIZE: 7″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Overall excellent, with some minor rubs to wheels and very small flaking to figure. 1-10063 (1,000-1,500)

2 ACROBATS & ELEPHANT SWING. Probably Guntherman around 1910, this fantastic-looking, hand-painted toy has two large figures standing on a platform on either side of an elephant. Also has four bird finials on top of poles. When wound, the acrobats and elephant swing back and forth. Has great action! SIZE: 10″ h. PROVENANCE: Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Some wings on bird finials are missing. Toy has moderate wear and may to have old overpaint. 1-10161 (800-1,200)

LOT OF 9 PENNY TOYS. Lot consists of motorized ambulance, early limousine, race car, tan touring car, tank truck, blue touring car, farm truck with sheep, early auto, and early double-decker bus. SIZE: Longest 4″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Fair to very good overall. 1-10080, 1-10081, 1-10083, 1-10084, 1-10085, 1-10086, 1-10088, 1-10142, 1-10143 (1,500-3,000)

FISHER CLOCKWORK LIMO. Very large and impressive limo lithographed in red and black with simulated balloon tires, and a uniformed driver. SIZE: 14″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Near excellent. Some minor wear to tires and roof. Figure’s arms appear to be replacements. Overall a very fine example. Clockwork is inoperative. 1-10066 (1,500-2,000)

GERMAN DIRIGIBLE, GONDOLA WIND-UP. Early hand-painted aeronautical toys are extremely desirable, and this is one of the more unusual of these toys. The large red zeppelin has a yellow gondola to which a figure under a parachute is attached. Toy has unique mechanisms. When string on top of zeppelin is pulled, propellers on side of zeppelin turn, propelling airship. Also has second mechanism in gondola to which the parachutist is attached, and when string is coiled on mechanism and lever is released, parachutist is launched from airship. SIZE: Zeppelin 10″ l. PROVENANCE: Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Because the paint was not primed on most of these early toys, they usually have chipping or loss to paint as this one does. For a toy of this vintage, it is still considered to be in very good condition. Figure in parachute probably has paint enhancement. Overall, very good. 1-10184 (2,500-4,500)

MARKLIN WATER TANK TRUCK. Marklin, the undisputed king of European toys! The Marklin firm produced this toy in two sizes, for some reason, neither of these were produced with a clockwork motor? However, typical of Marklin, it has an elaborate paint job with a plethora of pinstriping and detailing, further enhanced by spoked wheels and rubber tires. The child could actually fill the tank with water, which could be dispersed through the spigot/sprayer protruding from the rear of the tank. SIZE: 15″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Overall older paint restoration. 1-10135 (3,500-6,500)

LOT OF 11 PENNY TOYS. Lot consists of beer wagon, hansom cab, fire engine, two soldiers in horse-drawn wagon, horse-drawn wagon, goat cart with girl, harness racer, hansom cab missing horse, fire engine missing rear wheels, pumper wagon, early auto with driver. SIZE: Longest 5-1/4″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: All in good to very good condition. 1-10082, 1-10087, 1-10089, 1-10090, 1-10091, 1-10092, 1-10093, 1-10094, 1-10140, 1-10141, 10144 (2,000-3,500)

LOT OF 2 LEHMANN TOYS. Lot includes Lehmann Tut Tut. The open lithographed car has a large hand-painted figure holding a horn. When car is wound, wheels automatically move back and forth; figure’s right hand steers car, his left hand holding horn which makes a “toot, toot” sound. This was probably one of Lehmann’s better selling toys because children were attracted to the movement of the car and the funny “toot, toot” sound the car made. Also includes Lehmann Motorcar, a copy of an early automobile with hand painted driver and 2 side headlamps and strong clockwork motor. SIZE: 7″ l & 5″ respectively. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Tut Tut is overall very good, with some paint flaking to car and figure. Bellows not operative. Motorcar is in very good plus condition with minor discoloration to wheels. 1-10057, 1-10056 (900-1,200)

GERMAN 3-HORSE, 3-SPOKE FERRIS WHEEL. Very cute small toy has three horses and riders attached to rods. When mechanism is wound, horses revolve in ferris wheel fashion. Base and supports on toy are green, horses are painted white with white, green and brown riders. SIZE: 9″ h. PROVENANCE: Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Overall very good plus. Mechanism working. Minor flaking. Some re-solder. 1-10138 (500-1,000)

BING LIMO W/CHAUFFEUR. Mid-sized Bing limousine lithographed brown with black roof, gray wheels, opening side doors, simulated tuft cushion seats, and driver. Toy also has strong wind-up motor. SIZE: 11″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Overall in good condition, some chipping and wear throughout. Figure is inpainted and one door is missing handle. 1-10058 (500-700)

CARETTE “50”. This is a classic Carette car and was very popular because it has very nice lines with four almost oversized passengers. Brightly lithographed in red and cream with gold trim, black fenders, red hubs with white rubber tires, two side lamps, and strong wind-up mechanism. One could almost envision this car touring through cities and countrysides. SIZE: 8-1/2″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Figures,lamps and back fenders are probably replacements. Original tires show some stress. Otherwise car is in good condition. 1-10053 (800-1,200)

BROWN OPEN GERMAN TOURING CAR. Tourer lithographed in brown with black fenders, red spokes and gray wheels. Has lithographed driver, two headlamps, glass windshield and two opening toolboxes on running boards. SIZE: 12″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Lithograph has darkened, with some wear throughout. Overall good condition. 1-10061 (800-1,200)

LOT OF 3 EARLY GERMAN CARS. First is a Carette limousine painted brown with hand-painted chauffeur, glass windshield, opening rear doors, luggage rack on roof, and strong wind-up motor. Second is a German touring car, lithographed black with gray roof and simulated cushioned seats. Third is a 4-passenger German limousine, brightly lithographed with driver and four passengers, roof rack, and clockwork motor. SIZE: Longest 9″ l. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Carette car, wheels and driver are overpainted and missing front headlamps. Touring car is in very good condition with spots of oxidation. Limousine has replacement roof and roof rack; four passengers are of newer vintage. 1-9961, 1-9967, 1-10054 (1,000-2,000)

2 OROBR VEHICLES. First, a small early double-decker bus lithographed in red, cream and green. Has separate driver and a winding staircase in rear of bus. “5th AVE” lithographed at top front of bus. Second is an express truck with separate driver. Toy is lithographed in green and black with red trim, with opening back door. These two toys are fairly scarce. SIZE: Each 5-1/2″ l. PROVENANCE: Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Bus has oxidation and some overall light wear and chipping. Express truck has oxidation to roof and fenders, with some other minor blemishes. 1-9962, 1-10052 (500-1,000)

LOT OF 8 ASSORTED TIN & IRON TOYS. Consisting of a milk wagon, three steam accessories, a “Bizzy Andy” sand toy, a hill climber, an Indian crash car, and an Arcade coupe. SIZE: Tallest 11″ h. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: All toys are in fair to very good condition, having various degrees of wear/rust. Arcade coupe missing tire. 1-9964, 1-9965, 1-10043, 1-10043-1, 1-10073, 1-10121, 1-10136, 1-10178 (750-1,750)

TRICK PONY MECHANICAL BANK. Manufactured by Shepard Hardware. Horse stands on base with head over trough. When coin is placed in horse’s mouth and lever is pulled the horse nods and coin is deposited into feed bin. SIZE: 8″ h. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Bank is in very good + overall condition with some minor rusting to bottom of base. 1-10125 (600-1,000)

HOME BANK WITH DORMERS. Manufactured by the J & E Stevens Company. Great looking building bank has arched door flanked by two open windows, eight dormers, and crown in center top of bank. Pull knob until it catches, place penny on its edge in front of cashier, push the knob to the right, and the deposit is made in the vault at rear of bank. This bank is fairly scarce and doesn’t turn up too often for sale. SIZE: 5-1/4″ h. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Although under a black light the paint appears all original, there could be possible aged paint enhancement. 1-9970 (500-700)

NOVELTY MECHANICAL BANK. Manufactured by J & E Stevens. Great looking Victorian bank building. “Novelty Bank” embossed on front door. When door is opened, the teller appears with tray in hand. Coin is put on tray and when door is closed the teller deposits coin in bank. SIZE: 7″ h. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: Bank appears all original with some wear throughout. Highlights on bank and some minor chipping; also the spring that closes the door in the bank is not functioning, possibly missing. 1-9971 (600-900)

JOLLY N MECHANICAL BANK. Manufactured by Shepard Hardware Company. When coin is placed in comical black fellow’s hand, press lever, hand goes to the mouth and swallows coin, and his eyes roll up and down. I’m sure it has served many hours of amusement for kids at the turn of the century. SIZE: 7″ h. PROVENANCE: From the Collection of Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr. CONDITION: The bank is in good condition with wear throughout whole bank and possibly a replaced trap. 1-9968 (100-200)

IVES CAST IRON WALKING MONKEY. A wonderful toy that is rarely found! This particular toy was made as a monkey and Ives also manufactured the crawling baby; both toys circa late 1880s. This particular toy is from an old collection and is in untouched, as found, original condition and articulated cast iron body, when the toy, by means of a string, is pulled along the floor a simulated walking movement is made. The iron parts have a japanned finish and facial features applied (eyes and mouth). Dressed in a cotton print with lace trim and a fur tail. The monkey most likely had a cloth bonnet at some point and was stitched to the hole on the right and left of head. A really unique and seldom found toy. SIZE: Approx. length 6-1/2″. CONDITION: Overall pristine to near mint. 1-10380 (1,500-2,500)

WOMEN’S RIGHTS ADVOCATE CLOCKWORK TOY ATTRIBUTED TO AUTOMATIC TOY WORKS. One could say that this is a political toy from the latter part of the 19th century. Toys often reflected the political and social climate of the period. This particular toy features a woman of color “up on the stump” seeking rights for women of the time period. A very unique as well as colorful clockwork toy, when mechanism is activated this woman leans forward, slamming her hand on the podium as if to make her point, and then rises up, turning her head to survey those in attendance of her declarations. The painted box enhanced with an abundance of gold stenciling; original clothing on lady, with her gutta percha head and inset beady glass eyes, has a comical look about her. This figure was also used on other clockwork toys, such as the clergyman, the preacher, and the stump speaker. Automatic Toy Works tended to polychrome the wooden boxes and, later on, Ives also produced these toys but generally in a natural finish to the walnut boxes. This toy is pictured on page 113 of American Clockwork Toys by Blair Whitton. SIZE: 4″ w. x approx. 10″ h. x 5″ d. CONDITION: Overall very fine original condition, with slight dustiness to clothing and light soiling to painted box. Clockwork mechanism is functional. 1-10503 (6,000-9,000)

RARE CLOCKWORK CIRCUS CAGE, ATTRIBUTED TO GEORGE BROWN. Less than a handful of this particular toy is known to exist today. Pictured in The George Brown Toy Sketchbook, Plate #17, and a variant pictured on p. 211 of American Antique Toys. Obviously these toys came with either a single or a team of horses and a floor toy or clockwork version. This particular toy, when clockwork is wound and activated, rolls in a forward motion (front end swivels to go straight or in circles) while the tiger inside paces to and fro. As discussed earlier in the catalog, George Brown utilized several stampings in many different toys. The fringe of surries and milkwagons is used here for decoration on the cage. The footrests of the driver could have been used as saddles on horses or decoration on rear of fire pumpers, etc. Absolutely fresh to the market, this toy was discovered in a European attic and is in basically as-found condition. Years of dust and dirt, a missing footrest support and the clockwork mechanism in need of lubrication. In remarkably fabulous condition, with minimal wear to painted surfaces. Even more amazing, the japanned tin fretwork is brilliant, even after 125-plus years! A unique opportunity for collectors of early American tin to add a very special toy to their collection. SIZE: 13″ l. CONDITION: Overall generally excellent. Front yoke assembly has had some re-solder. 1-10504 (35,000-65,000)

CLOCKWORK BLACK BOY CHASING PIG TOY ATTRIBUTED TO GEORGE BROWN. The black boy is dressed in red and white with a yellow cap. The pig is white with brush strokes of brown highlights. A very unusual feature of this toy is the black faced boy. In American tin toys black faces were rarely used. One can only speculate why! As the motor unwinds and the toy moves along the floor, the hog is activated by the wire attached to the clockwork mechanism inside the housing underneath. The up and down movement of the hog causes the boy, holding the hog’s tail, to pivot back & forth. Similar example in Barenholtz book on page 134. This quarry looks as if it’s been caught, but so long as the boy hold only tail, the chase is never over! SIZE: Platform size 4-1/4″ x 2″. CONDITION: Overall very fine original condition, clockwork mechanism untested. Almost insignificant repair/paint touch up to boy’s wrist, visible by black light inspection. 1-10466 (3,500-5,500)

CITY PASSENGER CAR “TROLLEY” ATTRIBUTED TO HULL AND STAFFORD. A unique form with unusual paint decoration not only to the side but to the roof as well. A very early toy with a Francis, Field & Francis influence about the trolley car itself. The use of hand embellishment, fine line stripe brushwork and stenciling together was a transitional period for early toy makers. The extra paint details and decorations gradually were cut back as improvements in manufacturing went on. The use of only stenciling for decoration as time savings meant cheaper manufacturing costs. Cathedral style windows, punched out tin clerestory [an Ives train car copy?] and a bench for passengers within and quite possibly at one time this vehicle could have had a clockwork motor! A typical George Brown horse draws the trolley along and seldom found a trolley of this size with other such unique qualities! SIZE: 20-1/2″. CONDITION: Horse reattached to traces with some minor touch-up. Trolley appears to be in original paint with a light clear coat to sides only, most likely to deter paint flaking. 1-10513 (4,000-6,000)

CARPENTER BURNING BUILDING. Originally found in a Massachusetts attic many years ago and until recently resided in a private collection. Perhaps this is one of the greatest and most amusing toys ever manufactured. The Carpenter firm (Port Chester, New York) modeled this toy after the brownstones of NYC. The elaborate cast iron facade is mounted on a wooden base with a cast iron sidewalk. There are three documented versions of this toy, this is the two-story version having a damsel on a fiery balcony awaiting the fireman below to ascend the ladder and bring her down to safety. Down below is a second fireman with a fire hose attached to the hydrant, attempting to extinguish the fiery blaze. A most uncommon feature of this toy is an open side door with cast iron jamb. A toy that appeals not only to the serious toy collector but for anyone who appreciates the rare and unusual. SIZE: 16-1/2″ h x 6″ d x 7-1/2″. CONDITION: Overall near excellent original condition. Original ladder has old inpainting (50+ years?) with original yellow paint visible in spots with original climbing fireman. Woman in balcony and fireman tending hose are old replacements. These slight drawbacks are insignificant compared to the importance of this scarce and desirable piece. 1-10462 (22,500-32,500)

HUGE 17″ “OSCEOLA” TRAIN ENGINE. Difficult at times to truly know the manufacture, this humongous engine is either Ives or Fallows. A variety of colors is an interesting feature. Includes red, green, black, blue, and salmon, as odds as it sounds they all work well together. An extremely elaborate bell support on top of boiler, detailed stenciling not only to the cab and sides but roof as well. Tremendous folk appeal with the large stamped tin cowcatcher and the undersized heart-shaped wheels, yet huge steam chest. Often times these toys appeal to us for their sense of distortion and lack of true proportion. Both Fallows and Ives made the largest American locomotives and this being one of the “giants”. SIZE: 17″. CONDITION: Cab roof reattached to cab sides with minor inpainting. Boiler & front of cab reattached. Toy originally had a bell on underside which was activated by front wheels, possible cowcatcher restoration (?). 1-10282 (4,000-6,000)

ALTHOF BERGMANN TRANSITIONAL PUMPER. This exceptional pumper with all original untouched paint is the mate to the pumper pictured on the front cover of the Barenholtz book. This particular toy could be purchased with horses or, as in this case, without. Back in the 1880’s there was a shift and the automotive age started to erupt in America. This toy, as well as the real life vehicles was driven by steam. Toy makers were constantly updating, keeping up to date with real life technology. Toy makers’ artistic flare was again at play here as the fanciful design barely resembled the real things but retained all the necessary details of the real fire pumper, yet exaggerated, more form than function. Often this is the charm of American tin toys as opposed to European design that was more scale model-like. This pumper’s many details are fantastic, featuring cast piping, ringing bell activated by clockwork mechanism, wooden steam dome, ornate cast flywheels, japanned sides, clockwork mechanism chassis with a removable fireman (painted dark blue with red helmet) sitting up front and another fireman (painted green and yellow) standing on the rear step. One wonders why the firemen have skirted tunics. The extra stamped tin fire hats on their heads was a clever way to change a standard figure to a fireman. SIZE: 10-1/4″ CONDITION: Very good to fine. Original condition with no repairs and/or repaint. Clockwork mechanism is functional. Wooden steam dome is a later replacement. 1-10464 (25,000-35,000)

HULL AND STAFFORD LARGE CONFECTIONERY WAGON. In the 1800’s one didn’t just run into town to get confections or fancy goods. This is the toy version of the itinerant salesman’s wagon that would go across the countryside plying his wares. If you look in any reference books on the 1880’s you find the real version of this wagon and will notice that the toy version was a close copy of the real thing. The compartments would have opened like these do and be filled with all the delights that country people wouldn’t normally have access to. This large toy version, featuring many details such as opening compartments on the top and in the rear, faithfully depicts the real thing. The driver sits atop the front with a folding canopy and is another example of the toy maker’s art as you will notice this driver distorted form. The wagon is gaily painted in dark blue and red and very heavily stenciled on practically all surfaces. One of the unique features of the stenciling on the sides is that there are three colors; gold, bronze and silver. The stencils continue in gold and are very scroll-like and decorative. Even the driver has lavender pants, a dark red coat, and a black top hat. The front hitch has typical Hull and Stafford white horses with red belly bands and rein painted details. Also underneath the horses are two support wheels that raise the horses up so the wagon can glide across the floor. SIZE: 19-1/4″ long. CONDITION: The toy retains all original pieces and parts, however there has been a fair amount of restoration including left horse reattached to hitch, right horse re-solder/touch up, inpainting to wagon itself, etc. 1-10283 (7,000-9,000)

RARE IVES CLOCKWORK VICTORY ENGINE WITH ARTICULATED INTEGRAL TENDER BELL TOY. This train engine has an inimitable style of design about it. The whimsy and imaginative design of this loco exemplify the early toy makers style and adds greatly to the folk art appeal. Although the tender was produced separate from the engine, they have been riveted together with a bell in between. The clockwork mechanism propels the toy in a forward motion and the large wheel hidden within the tender body strikes a gong and causes the bell to ring. The path of the train is adjusted by altering the position of the tender. Another interesting item about this tender is the simulated wheels on the tender as well as the simulated wheels under the engine. The front large heart shaped wheels on the engine with steam chests below the engine cab window, it seems that this appears to be reversed from normal engines? Oftentimes it is difficult to determine the manufacture and this engine at first glance appears to be Ives, but perhaps it also could have been manufactured by Fallows. The banding on the engine is synonymous with Ives and especially prevalent with later Ives cast iron locomotives such as the 17, 20, 40 etc. The tender wheels stamped tin embossing can be found on other Ives locomotives and help to determine the manufacturer of this toy. The cab has typical fire plug windows and a variety of colors (green, red, black, blue) with a prolific amount of stenciling makes this a unique and attractive clockwork toy. SIZE: 13″ l. CONDITION: Overall condition is very good with some inpainting, most notably to red painted areas and cab roof. 1-10515 (2,500-4,500)

UNION PACIFIC PASSENGER CAR ATTRIBUTED TO MERRIAM. An unusually large or should I say long for the scale of this passenger car. It has a bevy of fire plug windows, as seen on other Merriam train passenger cars and locomotives, heavily stenciled sides and a raised clerestory on the roof of the car make this a distinctive and seldom found piece. SIZE: 11-1/2″ l. CONDITION: Overall total restoration to paint only. 1-10516 (500-800)

IVES CLOCKWORK HORSE HEAD PERAMBULATOR. An exceptional original example of an early American clockwork toy. Most appealing, this is a replica in miniature form of a child’s perambulator. This particular example is an unusual color, yellow, with red and black pin striping. The wooden propeller stick on this toy are actually activated by wires attached to the large rear wheels. When the toy’s mechanism is activated it rolls across carpet and gives lifelike appearance as though the figure is propelling the toy using the sticks, just like the real thing! Further decoration to this toy include a painted tin horse head in front, a fine decal behind the child, and the original paper label (Patented April 8, 1873). This toy was produced the by the Ives firm for a number of years and they employed various different figures, including Uncle Sam and a monkey. Various heads were used, this one being a Superior papier mache head. The original clothing is in very fine condition with minimal wear/damage and slight dustiness to clothing. SIZE: 8″. CONDITION: Overall very fine plus, with NO repairs, replacements and/or repainting. Mechanism tested and in functional condition. 1-10321 (14,000-18,000)

STEVENS & BROWN CLOCKWORK “VICTORIA” OMNIBUS. Oftentimes early American toys were either produced or found their way overseas. This particular example was without a doubt produced for the English market, hence the name “Victoria”. A spectacular, fresh to the market, early American tin clockwork toy with a most interesting story. This toy eventually wound up in the once British colony of Bombay, India (which is now Mumbai). The most recent owner was a Maharajah, perhaps having been passed down in his family for 100+ years. Basically in untouched original condition with only an aged amateur repair to center bar of the yoke. Painted a rich yellow with prolific amount of red stenciling all over the body of carriage. White horses with black trapping and red belly bands do have some paint loss, most noticeably to their tails which, when the front end is turned, rub against the driver’s footrest. An opening rear door, exposing the clockwork mechanism, is intact and in remarkable condition. SIZE: 12-3/4″. CONDITION: Overall very fine plus. Rear step support is present but tin step missing. Carriage itself is in remarkable paint condition. Horses, as mentioned earlier, show slightly more paint loss than carriage itself. Clockwork mechanism untested. 1-10280 (30,000-40,000)

16″ BERGMANN CLOCKWORK GIG. Very fancy Bergman clockwork gig, almost seems like an “End of Days” toy. Sometimes, at the end of a work day in the late 1800’s manufacturing, a toy might get some extra embellishments like found on this toy. Fine line pinstripe paint brush work and abundant use of polychrome finish make it a super deluxe model! There also is a partial patent date stenciled on the front dashboard. An interesting feature is the side bottoms of the gig. The “skirt” above the wheels is actually a small animal tin toy. Base is cut in 1/2 length-wise & soldered to the gig. The toy operates in a zig-zag pattern through a rod attached from the clockwork to the hitching bar. The horse gallops in a pivoting up and down motion driven by an eccentric axle on the front wheel. Fine painted orange and red brushwork detail the rains and saddle decoration. The horse detail is complete with white socks, black feet, mane and tail. SIZE: 15″. CONDITION: Overall condition is very good plus. Aged repair/re-solder to front dashboard with minimal paint touch up. Driver is an older replacement. 1-10285 (6,000-8,000)

FALLOWS PURE MILK WAGON. A charming early American tin toy depicting a milk delivery vehicle with driver. As the toy is pulled along the carpet the front wheels activate a bell to alert prospective customers that fresh milk is available for immediate purchase. Painted in dark blue with an abundance of gold pin-striping, stenciling and the words “PURE MILK” with an image of a cow on the side of the wagon. A single butterscotch horse draws the milk wagon on its daily rounds. Seldom found in these brilliant and bright colors. SIZE: 12″ l. CONDITION: Butterscotch has some in-painting, most notably to front legs, wagon itself has paint and stenciling enhancement. 1-10517 (1,000-1,500)

LARGE HORSE WITH COLT ON PLATFORM. A nice early American tin toy with a similar example pictured on Plate 35 of The George Brown Toy Sketchbook edited by Edith F. Barenholtz. Directly out of a New England attic in all original, untouched, as-found condition. A light cleaning would truly enhance and bring out the luster to the painted surfaces. SIZE: 6-3/4″ l. CONDITION: Overall condition very good plus. 1-10525 (1,000-1,500)

SECOR MECHANICAL PIANO PLAYER. A highly desirable clockwork toy from the late 19th century bearing the original Secor green paper factory label which gives a complete and full description as to the operation of the piece (please read before operating). Grand piano has a faux painted grain wooden finish with one piece metal painted keyboard (older paint touch-up), as well as the lyre patterned music stand and four supporting legs. Seated at the keyboard the lady with bisque head & closed mouth (French firm Gauthier) gently glides her hands across the ivories. Cast-iron torso concealed by her clothing contains part of the mechanism and when wound the music contained within the piano plays and the woman’s head moves from side to side. The lady, attractively costumed in an 1880’s ball gown, wears an antique blond mohair wig. SIZE: Piano is 5” (13cm) t x 10-1/2” (27cm) l; seated figure is 9” (23cm) t. CONDITION: Clockwork mechanism tested and functional, flaw (hairline) to rear of lady’s head. 1-10371 (5,500-7,500)

ELEPHANT & MONKEY CLOCKWORK BELL TOY ATTRIBUTED TO ALTHOF BERGMANN. Extremely rare & unusual African elephant with monkey astride seat clockwork bell toy. The toy maker’s imagination and creativity ran wild with this version of an elephant toy. Starting with the clockwork with eccentric heart shaped wheels mounted askew to make the platform turn in a consistent left circle and the eccentric wheel movement lets the elephant goes up and down at the same time, causing the bell clappers to strike the bell atop the elephant. The clockwork and rear heart shaped wheels have a very unusual set of mounting brackets, a clever way to make use of an otherwise standard base. On top of the orange base is “Patented Aug 26, 1884″ on base. Whenever a new idea such as how to mount this clockwork was sued a patent was applied for to protect the design from being used by other toy makers. The gray elephant with blue blanket with gold stripes has a gaily painted trained monkey seated on his back, guiding the elephant along, forever turning in a circular pattern. The bronze bell mechanism is mounted atop a stamped embossed tin saddle, cast iron clappers and cast floret finial. SIZE: 10″ l x 10” h. CONDITION: Overall condition is very good to fine. Some repair/repaint to bell mounting shaft/saddle, some touch up/repair to monkey. Clockwork mechanism appears to be functional. 1-10463 (8,000-10,000)

CLOCKWORK THEATER W/TWO DANCERS & GENTLEMAN IN WINDOW, ATTRIBUTED TO AUTOMATIC TOY WORKS. A most unique toy circa 1870’s-1880’s, featuring a house with a gentleman peering out the upper window while the white and the black dancers do a jig. The facade of the house on the first floor has a dual lithograph on paper of a young man dancing while the two dressed figures protrude from the front by means of wires, the dancers standing on a lithographed paper base with a simulated paper lithographed roof. The goateed male patron of the arts looks down from above in a benevolent and approving manner. When the clockwork is activated, the dancers alternate their motions while the male patron looks from right to left. The clockwork mechanism is contained within a painted tin box which is directly behind the front facade. Believed to be one of two known examples existing today! SIZE: 9″ h. x 6″ w. x 7″ d. CONDITION: Overall in very good plus functional working order. Minimal wear & paper loss, original clothing excellent condition but slightly dusty. Papier-mache figure in window has some damage to nose. 1-10502 (6,500-9,500)

LARGEST SIZE FALLOWS “EXPRESS” WAGON. Enormous Fallows “Express” wagon with a very unusual and seldom seen driver. Wagon of this gargantuan scale never come up for sale. Being such a large sized toy and fragile in construction, they didn’t last very long and never in such nice overall condition. A child could almost ride in this toy! The bold block letters stenciled in a decorative gold is still bright and crisp as is the orange painted sides of the wagon. A jaunty japanned gentleman sits atop the front bench seat and is soldered to a small seat with taps that fit into the slots of the bench seat, a very unusual feature. His dapper suit is brightly japanned, almost never seen this way. Atop his head is a nicely embossed black top hat. Overall a very unique driver for this express wagon. The wagon is pulled by two large Fallows running horses, raised on a two wheeled platform, painted brown with gold rein and saddle, fine line brush work, and splashes of orange paint for saddles. SIZE: 26-3/4″. CONDITION: Overall condition of this wagon is very good, especially for the size. Footrest and seat have amateur old repair/re-solder. Wheel supports also show old and amateur reattachment to body. Horses in very fine plus condition but reattachment to yoke wire and wheeled base. 1-10284 (3,000-5,000)

REPUBLIC SIDE WHEELER ATTRIBUTED TO FALLOWS. An unusually large side wheeler with simple, yet elegant lines and features. A ribbed tin is used for the lower decking and hull of boat and a pressed and stamped tin is used for railings as well as upper deck of this side wheeler. Minimal stenciling, most notably to side wheel covers and utilized to simulate windows. Fallows had a distinctive, unique yet simple way of creating their toys and the use of stamped tin embossed parts was one of their defining influences in toy manufacturing. Pilot house on upper deck with embossed roof top and finial, and one large single stack and a small walking beam assembly. Flag and front bow pole with simulated headlight also add to the details. Attractively painted in predominantly cream with yellow, blue and red highlighting. Boats of this large size in American tin toys are extremely rare and seldom found. Original sales prices were very high compared to smaller toys and the extra large size compounded the fragility. SIZE: 20-1/2″ l. CONDITION: Older paint restoration to boat that shows wear and use. 1-10512 (7,000-9,000)

FALLOWS CLOCKWORK “NEPTUNE” HORSEDRAWN FIRE PUMPER. Fallows mid-sized clockwork fire pumper came as a pull toy and this clockwork version. Fallows used their trademark “sawtooth” mane horses and arc quite striking painted in vibrant creamy yellow, with bright orange saddles and quick strokes of the artists brush for reins & eye details. Often the early toy makers used women for the fine artistic details. The driver sits precariously on top of the boiler with a footrest for his feet. The black steamchest has “Neptune” stenciled on each side, fine gold stenciling is seen on the orange boiler & japanned top orange stack and embossed japanned stack top. An orange & black step is added to the rear of the boiler. Pumper has a rear clockwork chassis that functions fine. SIZE: 15″. CONDITION: Fine plus and mechanism in functional condition. Some minimal repair/paint enhancement to pumper section (rear foot rest, boiler front), driver has been repainted and right front horse has overall paint restoration, left front horse has touch up at yoke attachments. 1-10465 (6,000-9,000)

HUGE EARLY AMERICAN HORSE DRAWN TROLLEY. Elephantine and unique in style with a Francis, Field & Francis look about the carriage but the horses have a Stevens & Brown look about them. Often times toy manufacturers being a cottage industry will beg and borrow parts and pieces from one another and quite possibly that is what happened here. Could this toy have been an unknown obscure early American toy maker, of which this toy is the only known example ? Who borrowed from whom? As the toy industry grew it became difficult to determine which companies were either jobbers [sales agents] or manufacturers . Many of the early cottage tin manufacturers were new to this country and brought European influences and designs with them and incorporated these ideas into toy manufacturing. Perhaps this trolley was custom made and detailed when new, and it proved to be too expensive to make to be competitive with other toys of the day. The horses in stamped brass which was a typical alternative to stamped tin are painted in white and butterscotch with black strapping and red belly bands are similar to Stevens and Brown, yet when closely compared to an original one, there are slight differences. We find this over the whole spectrum of tin toy makers a way to borrow other designs, but subtly change it at the same time. The extra fine brush work and eye detail on the horses is also unique and matches that on the trolley and the hitch wires going through the horses rather tan being soldered to the sides of the horses is also unusual .The carriage itself has fancy embossed tin above the windows creating a cathedral type appearance to the windows themselves. Also fine detailed steps, railings and unusual top rails. Francis, Field & Francis was located in Philadelphia. The side of the trolley is marked with a Philadelphia name and address. All supported by a fanciful and embossed tin cutout. It would be a long time searching for such a unique trolley of this magnitude! SIZE: 25-1/2″ l. CONDITION: Horses appear to have original paint. Paint restoration to trolley car itself, most notably to exterior. 1-10514 (5,000-7,000)

EARLY GERMAN CLOCKWORK NODDING DUCK WITH BABY DUCKS. Great, cute, stunning, and terrific are just a few of the words that can describe this piece. Of German origin and most likely manufactured in the late teens or early twenties, this duck in somewhat human form has a fur covered head with inset glass eyes. When the mechanism is activated, his head nods, bill opens and closes, and two baby ducks also nod with opening and closing bills. This piece is in all original untouched condition and has been hidden away in a private collection for many years. The clothing is in very fine condition with minimal wear and some minor distress to fabric (shirtsleeves). SIZE: Approx. 20-1/2″ h. CONDITION: Overall very fine plus. As mentioned, a few moth holes to fabric but not offensive. Some minor chipping/paint loss to base. 1-10467 (5,000-10,000)

COMICAL BLACK CLOCKWORK COUNTERTOP FIGURE. Of German manufacture and possibly used as a storefront window display, or elsewhere in an early 20th century establishment as an “attention getter”. Comical in nature, this black sharecropper with an oversized head and exaggerated lips looks about the store by means of a clockwork mechanism shifting his eyes back and forth. This fellow has molded shoes with a distressed appearance, molded blue jean overalls and white shirt, but wears a fancy red smoking jacket of cotton and velvet, in hopes of dressing himself up. His hands can be positioned to hold either a box or a card which obviously was used to promote an item the merchant was vending. A great and appealing piece of Americana! SIZE: 20″ h. CONDITION: Piece appears to have some paint enhancement/newer paint, cloth coat is soiled, otherwise overall very good and in working order. 1-10401 (2,000-3,000)

BLANK BUTTON 20″ STEIFF CINNAMON BEAR. This fellow’s character, appeal, and presence far outweigh any shortcomings he might have, such as minimal fur loss. A fine early blank button bear with shoe button eyes, he retains his original nose, and much fur. A few bare spots on his arm, leg, and back of head are not offensive, but present. His felt pads are intact with minimal wear, most notably on feet. Bear does not appear to have been cleaned. He spent several years in a renowned private collection and was very well cared for. Typical of cinnamon bears, this fellow displays a little fading to his original cinnamon color, but without a doubt he started life as a cinnamon bear. SIZE: 20″ h. CONDITION: Overall in as-found, untouched, original condition. 1-10493 (3,000-4,000)

GOLD STEIFF BEAR. Adorable large pre-WWI Steiff bear (retains button in ear) with so-called “shoe button” eyes, stitched nose, mouth and claws, long curved arms and hump on back, with original pale felt paw pads. He has a forlorn look due to the peculiar stitching of the mouth and nose. SIZE: 20” (51cm) h. CONDITION: The mohair is especially good as there is very little loss, although slightly matted in certain areas. Although appearing to be more of a beige color, one can tell that he was originally more of a golden hue as the protected areas are somewhat darker than the exposed areas. One tiny surface loss on lower left paw pad. 1-10379 (3,000-4,000)

EARLY STEIFF ROOSTER. Although lacking button, there is a slight hole in one of the red under feathers indicating where the early button would have been. The intricate design features eight separate colors of overlapping felt pieces, glass eyes, with an orange felt beak. The splayed feet are made of metal and are tightly wrapped in white silk thread. SIZE: 8″ h. (20 cm) CONDITION: Near excellent. 1-10381 (750-1,250)

EARLY STEIFF MONKEY ON IRISH MAIL. Probably from the 1920s, this personable monkey dressed in red felt – perhaps the forerunner to Curious George – is pumping away furiously on his Irish mail cart. When toy is pulled/pushed along carpet, the monkey rocks back and forth while activating the bellows on which he is sitting. SIZE: 7-1/2″ l. CONDITION: Overall condition very good plus, lacking ear button, appears to have some restitching on shoulder and chest under chin. 1-10370 (400-800)

LARGE STEIFF BEAR. Early pre-WWI teddy from the Steiff Company (no button) with pale gold plush covering, jointed at head, shoulder and hips, long curved arms, hump on back, so-called shoe button eyes, stitched nose, mouth and claws, with original felt paw pads. SIZE: 19-1/2″ h (50cm). CONDITION: Overall retains high degree of original fur, slight loss on back of left upper and lower leg and back. Minor restitching at back of left upper arm. A few minor moth holes in pads, as well as a little loss of fur to the muzzle. 1-10261 (3,000-4,000)

UNUSUAL EARLY BEAR ON METAL WHEELS. Unusual brown mohair standing bear on metal platform with four spoked metal wheels. Circa 1920. More than likely Steiff. He is unusual in that he has an open mouth showing teeth. The mouth is lined with red leather. He has amber glass eyes with black pupils. SIZE: 13-1/2″ t (34cm) x 22″ w (56cm). CONDITION: Mohair is mostly intact. Left ear is semi-detatched, right ear is missing. 1-10369 (400-800)

TWO EARLY MOHAIR BEARS. 1) Larger, although lacking button in left ear is a Steiff with so-called “shoe button” eyes, black stitched nose, mouth and claws. Long curved arms with hump on back, original felt paw pads, covered in beige mohair. 2) Smaller is of unknown origin with swivel neck, long arms, so-called “shoe button” eyes, brown stitched mouth and claws with velvet covered paw pads and nose tip. SIZE: Steiff is 13” (33cm) t; other is 12-1/2” (32cm) t. CONDITION: Steiff bear is in overall good condition with some major loss to mohair on right upper leg, a few moth holes in several pads with a repair to the left front pad. The smaller bear has some minor mohair loss with material of nose in question as to originality. 1-10263 (1,500-2,000)

WHITE STEIFF BEAR. Adorable early plush bear with blank button in left ear, swivel neck arms and legs with long curved arms, hump on back, original felt pads, so-called “shoe button” eyes and brown stitched nose, mouth and claws. SIZE: 13” (33cm) t. CONDITION: Overall very good, slight loss of stuffing especially in torso, minor discoloration, slight loss of mohair especially on back and one tiny moth hole in right front paw pad. This bear will clean up very nicely. 1-10262 (2,500-3,500)

FRENCH PAPIER MACHE BULLDOG. A fine early and most ferocious bulldog also known as “the French Bulldog” but most likely of German manufacture. This fellow, looking somewhat emaciated with pronounced ribs, glass eyes, large ears, and a straw collar, has wooden wheels hidden within his paws. The child could pull the dog along by means of a chain extending from his neck, or perhaps suddenly stop and pull the chain upwards, causing the dog to growl and bare his teeth. Great for accompanying and protecting your French bebes. SIZE: 17″ l. CONDITION: Overall condition of flocking is good to very good, growler currently not functioning, jaw somewhat sluggish. Right front leg turned slightly inwards and a quarter-inch gap between floor and wooden roller. 1-10501 (1,000-1,500)

LARGE PAPIER MACHE NODDER REPRESENTING MOTHER GOOSE. Seated figure of an old lady wearing glasses representing Mother Goose with molded papier mache head. Carton torso with wire armature covered arms and legs. Wearing original clothes consisting of a cotton print skirt and dark blue felt blouse and cape. She is seated in a reclining position holding green felt reins. When wound, the goose’s head bobs up and down and mouth opens and closes. Goose has brown glass eyes and the body of the bird is molded to the papier mache base. Formerly of the Mary Merrritt Museum. SIZE: 25-1/2” (65cm) t. CONDITION: Very good overall working condition. Clothing appears original with probable minor retouch to the body of the goose. Some surface dust and mold damage to the white mache goose. 1-10313 (2,000-3,000)

INCREDIBLE STORE WINDOW “ATTENTION GETTER” OF A GENTLEMAN IN A TUXEDO. Going back in time to the 1920s, early 1930s mechanical devices were placed in storefront windows to entice or alert a passerby of the goods being sold within the commercial establishment. Unlike today with flashing lights, neon signs, etc. times in life were simpler back then. This gentleman would retrieve from the bellows of storage various signs and most likely these signs indicated items that could be purchased within. This well coiffured gentleman has moving eyebrows, side glancing eyes and moving lips as though he is proclaiming out loud some new item that could be purchased right now, by you, here in this store. Believed to be of German manufacture and imported into this country, this particular piece has a tin cabinet that is faux grain painted. It is quite unique in construction with a complicated mechanism consisting of multiple gears and rods and approximately 15 different signs could be contained within. Not only is the last product displayed in the cabinet window, but he reaches down and picks up one of the many signs advertising another product all while turning his head, jabbering endlessly and raising his eyebrows in amazement. The mechanics have an additional modern rheostat to control the speed of operation and is in excellent working condition. SIZE: Approx. 16″ w x 20″ d x 37″ h. CONDITION: Overall condition is very fine plus. Some light dustiness to clothing and staining to white shirt. A newer piece of tin has been added to mechanism to ensure proper positioning of signs, partially visible from front window, this tin should be darkened to blend in. Lacking sheet tin enclosure at rear of this mechanical device approx. 15″ x 16-1/2″. 1-10316 (4,500-8,500)

HUGE PAPIER MACHE CLOCKWORK PUMPKIN HEAD. Without a doubt this was used in a storefront window for display and/or attention-getting purposes. Certainly any child or adult walking along the street would have to stop and laugh out loud and also notice whatever wares the merchant was trying to sell. Halloween was, and is, almost exclusively celebrated in America. The irony is that most Halloween items were manufactured either in Germany or Japan for the American market. This hollow-headed fellow of German manufacture circa 1910-1920 has a large opening at rear of head (hat covers opening) exposing the clockwork motor to activate the eyes and tongue. Obviously this poor chap is in desperate need of an optometrist as his eyes are completely crossed. When mechanism is activated his tongue darts out between his grinning teeth and his crossed eyes roll about, taking in his surroundings. His watermelon smile, his Pinocchio-like cucumber nose and humongous eyes make this a captivating and charismatic Halloween character. SIZE: Approx. 41″ circum. x approx. 11-1/2″ h. w/o hat. CONDITION: Most likely due to size and frailty, some repair to papier mache at top of head and some inpainting as well. Hat probably not original to piece. 1-10478 (8,000-12,000)

1ST SERIES MAERKLIN BATTLESHIP “NEW YORK”. Found recently in a New England attic, one does not often get the chance to obtain a remarkable toy for their collection that just came directly out of an attic and is in virtually as found, untouched original condition. These particular 1st series battleships came in a variety of sizes and with various methods of propulsion (clockwork, electric, or live steam). This boat measures, from tip of bow to rear of rudder, 35″. Typical of Maerklin, much attention to detail with an abundance of cannons, railings, lifeboats, etc. that enhance the multiple decks of this toy boat. The mechanism, which most likely was clockwork, has been removed and no longer present with this boat. Intact and original are the masts, smokestacks, and gun turrets. Only a couple of cannons are missing, which is amazing as they were easily detached and lost. The paint, including the striped deck, is overall largely intact and vibrant. The boat would truly be enhanced with a light cleaning to bring back its true luster and beauty. Railings are mostly intact and in need of some minor straightening/reattachment. A small 2″ section of railing is missing on bow of boat. Even to the non-toy collector, this is a most impressive and awesome toy from the earlier part of the 20th Century. SIZE: 35″ from tip of bow to rear of rudder. CONDITION: As mentioned, this toy would truly benefit with a light, yet professional, cleaning. Minimal repair work is needed, such as railing re-soldering, lacking starboard side stair entrance way, mast support reattachment, and replacing 3 missing lifeboats, bow and aft flags, and 2 cannons. 1-9852 (20,000-40,000)

FLEISCHMAN TWO STACK OCEAN LINER. An excellent rendition of the ocean liners that constantly crossed the Atlantic between Europe and America. Delightful toy for children with clockwork motor that could run in the local pond as well as the bathtub. This particular example; decks with multiple levels, four life boats, ladders on bow of boat, etc. SIZE: 19″ l. CONDITION: Some paint restoration to red hull, replacement life boats, flags and masts. Clockwork motor untested. 1-10510 (2,000-3,000)

MARKLIN ONE METER OCEAN LINER. Just discovered in a Midwest house, this fresh to the market huge ocean liner is in “as-found” condition. More than likely this boat the was never used as a toy (would have sunk with the open portholes) but rather as a display model of a ocean liner in a travel agency. Marklin probably modeled this boat after the “Kaiserin Augusta Victoria/Empress of Scotland” but most likely used the abbreviated name “Augusta Victoria” which is rubber stamped on the bow and stern of the boat. The real oceanliner was German built (Vulkan Shipyards of Stettin) being commisioned in 1906 and retired in 1931 cruising between Hamburg and New York. At its initial voyage in 1906 it was the largest ship in the world but only a year later in 1907 that title fell to the ill fated Cunard “Lusitania”. The toy boat is a slightly later Marklin series(1920s) with twin screw operation and open portholes (as opposed to decal portholes) on the sides and upper decks of the ship. Removing the upper deck would give access to the hull which would have contained two battery powered lights used to illuminate the boat. The illusion of a real passenger ship at night with lights spilling out from the portholes and the lighting illuminating the upper decks was most realistic and an eye catcher to those passing by the travel agency. The boat at some point in time has had over painting with possible exception to black on hull area. A great boat, a wonderful size, and a new discovery that is in need of proper restoration, but well worth the effort! SIZE: 38-1/2″ l. CONDITION: Overall boat is intact and solid needing a few minor repairs, solder points, and restoration to paint. Lifeboats are likely replacements. However, masts appear to be original to boat. 1-10526 (10,000-15,000)

FLEISCHMAN 24″ OCEAN LINER. A much more elaborate and detailed liner than the previous lot, this particular toy has intricate masts with crow’s nest, multiple ventilators, additional lifeboats and finer railings. A little harder to sail in the bathtub; a lake would be more appropriate for this larger sized boat, and of course the captain would steer clear of icy waters with icebergs. SIZE: 24″ l. CONDITION: Overall a superb example of a toy boat with paint restoration. Clockwork motor present but untested. 1-10511 (6,000-8,000)

FABULOUS MOHR & KRAUSE MOTORCYCLE W/SIDECAR. Some of the most desirable early motorized vehicles are motorcycles. Almost all early German motorcycles are scarce. This M & K motorcycle is extremely rare. It has an early green bike with brightly lithographed rider. Sidecar with windshield has stylish female passenger. This toy would certainly be coveted by collectors of early German toys and motorcycles. SIZE: 7-1/4″ l. CONDITION: Bike is in near mint condition. Lithography is extremely strong, still retaining high gloss. Wheels could probably use a cleaning, but they still retain almost all of their original surface. 1-10281 (11,500-13,500)

SANTA & REINDEER ON WOODEN WHEELED BASE. From a New England attic, this is a fine early 20th century Christmas platform `toy. A snow-covered wooden board with inset iron wheels has four reindeer and Santa in a moss sleigh. The reindeer themselves have a flocked finish with glass eyes and painted lead antlers. Reindeer also have tufts of fur on top of their heads and backs and are extremely well molded and detailed. Leatherette trappings further add to the overall appeal. A dressed papier-mache Santa sits in the front of the bentwood and moss-covered sleigh. A wonderful and impressive Christmas item! SIZE: 25-1/2″ l. x 5″ w. CONDITION: Overall very good plus original condition. Minimal loss to moss on sleigh, appears to have some aged repairs to a few reindeer legs (but not obvious or offensive). Replaced leather traces from yokes to leather reindeer collars. Possible paint touch-up to lead antlers. 1-10520 (4,500-8,500)

EARLY PAPIER MACHE REINDEER CANDY CONTAINERS. A fine pair of early reindeer candy containers, circa 1910-20 with painted facial features, lead antlers, and removable heads at neck area. Unusual in nature in that they have their heads turned upwards with open mouths and what appears to be snow applied to their bodies. Obviously encountered while they were delivering toys to good little children. Nice standalone additions or perhaps in front of a sleigh. SIZE: Approx. 6-1/2″ t x 8-1/4″ l. CONDITION: Appears to have some old cracks/damage to legs, but not visually unattractive. Some repair to neck cylinders, but internal and not visible while on shelf. 1-10518 (1,000-1,500)

Revised: 6/29/2010

Correction: There is a teeny paint fleck on the black man’s elbow and driver’s hand. There is a small piece of tape at the flag seam.

LEHMANN NEW CENTURY CYCLE W/ORIGINAL BOX. This early design featuring a Berlin pedal engine cab developed into the New Century Cycle. This rare version has a passenger carrying the British flag, in place of the more common hat. As car moves forward, flag rises up and down while the red and white striped umbrella that coachman is holding spins. Toy comes with original box. SIZE: 5″ l. CONDITION: Probably one of the best – if not THE best – conditioned examples of this toy to ever turn up at auction. Colors are extremely bright, and gold staining on the wheels is brilliant. Overall, toy is in near mint plus condition. Label on box is near mint. On the box itself, two small parts of the side flaps on lid are missing. Overall, box is excellent plus. 1-10289 (1,500-2,500)

LEHMANN PENNE. A sleek, open touring car, the Penne is an earlier form of the Vellada. The color combination of Alice blue and cream add to the attractiveness of this car. Also has its original cream-colored flag and a dark blue driver. SIZE: 7″ l. CONDITION: Lithography is extremely bright. Toy looks unplayed with; near mint condition. 1-10296 (900-1,200)

LEHMANN ZIG-ZAG W/ ORIGINAL BOX. The Zig-Zag evolved from the development of the bicycle and its numerous variants. In 1882, the Otto Safety Bicycle Company introduced a pedal vehicle with two equally large wheels. In 1885 the automotive pioneer Gottlieb Daimler installed a motor between the wheels. It is believed that from these innovations Lehman may have developed the Zig-Zag. Lehman took this concept and applied it to this toy. To appeal to children, he seated a black man in the toy holding a lever, sitting across from a white man holding a steering wheel. When wound, in very comical fashion, both figures seemed to try to control the vehicle at the same time. I’m sure that, as the toy rolled along, it was captivating for the children to watch. SIZE: 5″ dia. CONDITION: This fairly scarce toy, with its very rare box, would be highly prized by even the most discriminating collector. Overall, the toy is near mint. Box is fabulous, near mint plus. 1-10287 (4,000-6,000)

LEHMANN MIXTUM. To achieve a novel, comical effect, this toy was designed with an ingenious combination of parts. Multi-colored Peter nods, bobs and raises his hat as he steers in an erratic pattern. SIZE: 4-1/2″ l. CONDITION: Bright, sharp lithography, with a few minor chips on Peter. Overall, near mint. 1-10292 (1,000-1,500)

SCARCE LEHMANN POSTAL VAN W/ORIGINAL BOX. The mail van is one of the most elusive of all the Lehmann vehicles. It has the lithography of the Deutsche Reichpost, which features the German eagle and swastika, indicating that it was made when Hitler was in power during the 1930’s. This van was also sold without the swastika. It has a driver with blue lithographed uniform, two rear-opening doors, a roof-rack, and a coil spring for propulsion. Rear of truck is a vibrant red; however, the sides with time have a lighter and more mellow coloring. Box with brightly lithographed paper label shows a scene of the van riding through a city neighborhood. The scarcity of the van with its original box would make this toy a coveted prize for any collection. SIZE: 7-1/2″ l. CONDITION: Van is in virtually unplayed-with condition. Lithography is near mint. This could possibly be one of the nicest examples found. Box also shows very little aging. 1-10286 (4,500-6,500)

LEHMANN AUTOBUS. The first toy manufacturer to introduce a miniature of the first Berlin bus was E. P. Lehmann. The double-decker bus with its driver grasping the wheel has a curved staircase and guardrail leading to the rear platform and open upper deck. SIZE: 8-1/4″ l. CONDITION: The lithograph is vulnerable to oxidation or change in the presence of light or atmospheric conditions. In this case, the sides of bus have lightened. Lithography and japanning are outstanding, showing almost no scratches and very little oxidation. Overall condition is exceptional to near mint. 1-10295 (1,500-2,000)

LEHMANN HALLOH MOTORCYCLE W/ORIGINAL BOX. The Halloh’s first designs were patented around 1908. Housed in the frame is its ingenious spinning gyroscope, allowing for stability. This permits the cycle to propel itself on two wheels. This toy has great appeal, not only to the toy collector but also to the motorcycle enthusiast. The combination of the blue lithographed bike and the hand-painted rider (earlier version) give it a very charming look. This particular toy was found on the shelf of an old country store in the Allentown, Pennsylvania, area. Toy is accompanied by very scarce original box with a great lithographed label of the cycle being driven around a racetrack. Also has original paper instructions, with label on side of box from G.A. Schwarz of Philadelphia. SIZE: 9″ l. CONDITION: Toy has minimal chipping to wheels, a few chips to rider’s hat and a couple of minor rubs to left-hand side of bike. Still one of the nicest cycles that have come to auction in a long time. Overall, figure and lithograph very fine to near mint condition, with some minimal chipping to wheels. Box is excellent plus to near mint, with part of one side flap missing. 1-10288 (3,500-5,500)

LEHMANN ALABAMA COON JIGGER W/ ORIGINAL BOX. Many manufacturers have attempted their version of this toy, but none achieved success comparable to Lehman’s “Alabama Coon Jigger”. Dancer stands on a box on which the words “ALABAMA COON JIGGER” are printed. There is a manually regulated lever and escapement allowing dancer to execute dance-like movements at varying speeds. This earlier, scarcer version of the toy has a hole in dancer’s right hand to insert a national flag. Occasionally this toy surfaces, but it’s rare to find one in this condition. Accompanied by original box. SIZE: About 10-1/2″ h. CONDITION: Lithograph retains a bright luster throughout, with very minor wear to key. Toy is overall near mint condition. Box is missing tiny corner of label, also two side flaps of lid, but the original instructions are still fastened to underside of lid. Overall, box is near excellent. 1-10291 (600-900)

LEHMANN YELLOW TAXI. The taxi is one of the harder Lehman autos to find and does not turn up much for auction. It features the traditional yellow and black taxi colors. It has its original flag – in most cases these flags are missing or replaced. SIZE: 7″ l. CONDITION: Superior condition. Lithographing is bright and shiny and has a totally unplayed-with look. Has its original flag. Overall, near mint plus condition. 1-10294 (1,250-1,750)

LEHMANN MOTOR CAR W/ORIGINAL BOX. Among the first Lehmann automobiles, the motor car has the traditional coil-spring motor, featuring an ingenious pre-adjusting steering mechanism. The coach box with its original stylish driver is flanked by two lanterns. Accompanied by box with lithographed label, picturing toy and instructions on lid. SIZE: 5″ l. CONDITION: Colors are striking. I hesitate to use the word “mint” because almost all toys have some minor blemish, but this toy appears flawless. Box is also in outstanding condition; overall, near mint plus. 1-10290 (1,000-1,500)

LEHMANN MIXTUM. To achieve a novel, comical effect, this toy was designed with an ingenious combination of parts. Multi-colored Peter nods, bobs and raises his hat as he steers in an erratic pattern. SIZE: 4-1/2″ l. CONDITION: Lithography is sharp and bright, and a few minor chips on Peter. Overall, in near mint condition. 1-10293 (1,000-1,500)

G & K TAXI & STRAUSS TAXI. 1) Of German manufacture, this litho yellow cab depicts the taxis that were commonly found in the big cities in the U.S. Opening rear doors, luggage rack and a driver that would take you wherever you needed to go. Tin disc wheels with simulated white rubber tires and fine lithography make this attractive automotive toy from the 1920s. 2) Produced in America by Ferdinand Strauss Corp. this litho tin toy also depicts the taxis that roamed the big cities. Not as elaborate as the previous model, this toy has a spring mechanism and a driver also anxious to pick up those in need of transportation. SIZE: Both are approx. 7-1/2″ l. CONDITION: Overall the condition of both taxis are good to very good. Mechanisms are in functional condition. 1-10508-1 (800-1,200)

FABULOUS LEHMANN TUT-TUT W/ORIGINAL BOX. There is likely no upgrade for this toy; this is the end of the line, probably the best condition you can buy! This toy had a prolific run and was sold for over 20 years. This one was probably made towards the end of its production because its wheels are two-toned gray and red (earlier version is all gray). This version has a deeper flesh-toned face and has black shoes, while the earlier version has brown shoes. The open lithographed car has a large hand-painted figure holding a horn. When car is wound, wheels automatically move back and forth; figure’s right hand steers car, his left hand holding horn which makes a “toot, toot” sound. Box has a brightly multi-colored label of the car driving down a road. It also has the name “Ida” written on lid; probably a gift to a young girl. SIZE: 7″ l. CONDITION: Toy is in near mint, unplayed-with condition, with vibrant colors. Box has small tears on flaps; otherwise in excellent plus condition. 1-9848 (2,000-2,500)

WIND-UP TOURING CAR BY CARETTE. This jaunty touring car has opening rear doors, two side lamps, glass windshield, rubber tires, side handbrake, and simulated cushion seats. Really a great looking early car. Also has a powerful wind-up mechanism. SIZE: 9″ l. CONDITION: Toy has large areas of overpaint and replaced door handles. Also possible replaced side lamps. 1-9846 (800-1,500)

TROCADERO OMNIBUS BY ROSSIGNOL. Made in France. This highly intricately detailed omnibus is lithographed in green and cream, with two-toned gray roof, black front fenders, gray wheels with brown spokes. Has wind-up motor. Front wheels can be positioned so that bus can move in different directions. SIZE: 11-1/2″ l. CONDITION: Bus has some wear to wheels and some light oxidation to lithograph, but overall in near excellent condition. 1-9844 (1,200-1,500)

LARGE FISCHER LIMOUSINE. One of the larger size Fischer limousines, this being a more deluxe version with cowl lights as well as side lamps on either side of exterior passenger compartment. Lithographed in a dark blue with an abundance of pin striping with roof luggage rack as well. Clockwork/wind-up mechanism hidden in passenger compartment and in functional condition. Lithographed driver with steering wheel. Gray tin wheels with yellow spooked centers and simulated lithograph radiator front further add to the appeal of this limousine. SIZE: 13″. CONDITION: Overall condition of litho to blue sides is very good but some inpainting in various areas. Minor oxidation on black fenders. Original roof rack has repaint to exterior (cream color). Overall crazing/alligatoring to litho on body of car. 1-9847 (1,500-2,500)

RARE SCHOENHUT “FAIRFIELD WESTERN MARYLAND DAIRY” MILK WAGON. In the late 1920s and early 1930s, before Schoenhut declared bankruptcy, various milk and bread wagons were produced. Oftentimes a dairy could special-order wagons with their own logo, as is the case with this example. Two distinct versions of wagons were produced: the side entry and the rear entry. Please take note that a smaller container of milk or bread was needed for the side-entry model (6 bottles vs. 12 bottles). Included with the wagon is the original milkman and a case of milk. The dapple-gray horse is actually of German manufacture and specifically imported by Schoenhut for exclusive use with their various wagons. Extremely fancy leather trappings and chains to secure the horse to the traces, the horse being mounted on a wooden wheeled platform. This is a very rare and seldom found wagon, with fewer than a handful known. SIZE: Approx. 25″ l. overall. CONDITION: Some wear to wagon sides. Horse is slightly dusty and lacks horsehair tail, with minimal loss to leather trappings. Lacking a wheel on horse platform. 1-10523 (3,500-6,500)

SCHOENHUT GOLF GAME WITH FOURSOME OF PLAYERS. A note within the storage box indicates this is the original Bobby Jones golfers made by the Schoenhut company in the 1920s. Oftentimes golfers will turn up on their own, and occasionally one will find the various accouterments such as sand traps, putting greens, ball cleaners, etc., but rarely will one find a complete set. These items are encased in a wooden box, which might even be an original Schoenhut storage unit. Five golfers are included (3 male and 2 female) and a plethora of goodies. Golfers overall are in very good condition with clubs (one lady’s club broken). Extra male golfer missing club. If one has never played with this toy, it would give hours of amusement to both children and adults as well. Setting up the various accessories in the parlor, rolling balls across the floor, and children competing against each other. What a great toy! Acquired from the Atlanta Toy Museum that closed its doors in late 1985. SIZE: Varies, golfer shaft measures approx. 36″ h. CONDITION: Overall very good plus. 1-10496 (2,000-4,000)

PELICAN BANK WITH ARAB. Manufactured by Trenton Lock & Hardware Co. This fairly scarce bank is in the shape of a full-figured pelican standing on a beach. When coin is pressed into slot on top of pelican’s head, his mouth opens and surprises an unsuspecting depositor by exposing a human figure – in this case, an Arab, which is probably the most scarce figure. This bank was also sold with one of four other figures in the pelican’s mouth. SIZE: 8″ h. CONDITION: Bank is in excellent-plus condition with some minor wear to Arab’s head. 1-9903 (1,500-2,500)

BAD ACCIDENT MECHANICAL BANK. Manufactured by J. & E. Stevens. A very charming bank. When coin is put under foot of black man riding cart and lever is pressed, a black boy runs out from behind the bush, scares the donkey and makes the cart tip back, depositing coin in bank. Has very comical and ingenious action. SIZE: 10″ l. CONDITION: Bank is in very good condition with moderate wear throughout. Little black boy behind bush is a replacement (very common for this bank). 1-9868 (800-1,200)

FOOTBALL MECHANICAL BANK. Manufactured by John Harper in England, hence the reference to soccer as football. When the foot is pulled back and locked into the back position, a coin is placed in front of the soccer player on the mount. When the lever is released, his foot comes forward and kicks coin into the goal. He is very accurate and very seldom misses. As with most of the English produced banks, they are very scarce in this country. SIZE: 10″ l. CONDITION: Overall very good to near excellent condition with some overall paint loss. 1-9866 (2,000-4,000)

BOY SCOUT BANK. Manufactured by J. & E. Stevens. Visually a great bank, it has Boy Scouts setting up camp, with one boy standing behind a caldron. Another boy is cast into the teepee. When coin is placed at top of tree above the owl and lever is pressed, a third Boy Scout raises his flag proudly. Words cast on flag read, “BOY SCOUT CAMP”. Bank is not easy to find. SIZE: 10″ l. CONDITION: Very good, with some overall wear. Has its original flag, which is commonly missing on this bank. The only negative is that Boy Scout behind caldron is partially in-painted. 1-9885 (2,000-4,000)

RARE CAST-IRON MAMA KATZENJAMMER MECHANICAL BANK. Manufactured in the earlier part of the 20th century, this extremely rare and highly sought-after comic character bank was produced by the Kenton firm of Kenton, Ohio. This is the only cast-iron comic character bank produced by any firm during this time or earlier. Amusing yet quite simple in nature, Mama Katzenjammer standing with Hans and Fritz on either side, when a coin is placed in the slot, her eyes roll up into her head. Possibly she has just heard of another one of the kids’ antics? A difficult bank to find for one’s collection, especially with an abundance of original paint. Normally this bank, for some reason, tends to have excessive paint loss. Perhaps most interesting and important is the history/provenance that accompanies this family-owned, fresh to the market mechanical bank! “It started with my Grandparents Lewis. They met and were married in a very small town in northern California. This was a gold mining town and my grandfather was a miner. My grandmother took food to the miners. Their first child was my uncle Clyde. This is probably where the Mama Katzenjammer bank entered the family. Clyde was born in 1904. Knowing that the bank was first on the market between 1905 and 1908, it may have been a present for him at an age when such things are interesting to a child. I’m told that the price of such a bank was between 75 cents and 85 cents at the time. Since my grandparents were subsistence livers, this was possibly a major gift for my Uncle Clyde. The years went by and I spent much of my summers with my grandparents, who by now had moved to another small northern California town. I was attracted to the Mama Katzenjammer bank because of the eyes flipping up and down as coins were dropped in. I spent hours redepositing the few coins in the bank. This went on for several years. When I was a young adult, Grandma knew that I liked the bank and decided to give it to me for Christmas. She mentioned this to my mother, saying she should paint it up a bit. My mother, who was knowledgeable about antiques, said, ‘No. That would not be a good idea.’ About 1979, my Uncle Clyde, the bank’s original owner, visited our family. He spotted the bank and commented on it. I said, ‘Oh, Clyde, I know this was yours. Grandma gave it to me, but do you want it back?’ He dismissed this, saying, ‘No.’ (He has no children to pass it on to.) Many years went by, during which most of my grandchildren played with the Mama Katz bank. Then, in 2009, my son Bill and his family came for a visit. Since I was in the process of eliminating the ‘stuff’ I had collected over the years, I asked the family to pick out anything they were interested in having. Son Bill chose the Mama Katzenjammer bank because of his childhood memories.” SIZE: 6-1/2″ h. CONDITION: Overall paint condition is very fine plus, with NO paint touch-up and/or repairs. Original coin trap present. 1-9815 (15,000-25,000)

J & E STEVENS SPEAKING DOG MECHANICAL BANK & TRADE CARD. A classical mechanical bank from the 1880s, a young girl seated on a bench with a dog at her side. When the coin is placed on her tray and the lever depressed, her right arm drops the coin into the bench, the dog’s mouth opens and his tail wags. Very unusual to find this bank with exceptional paint to the girl’s face which is normally chipped and worn. Accompanied with an original speaking dog trade card. SIZE: 8″ l x approx. 7″ h. CONDITION: Overall very good all original paint with some fading to red dress which is normal and wear to gray base in front of girl’s feet. Trade card appears to be uncut and in overall very fine plus condition. 1-10509 (3,000-4,000)

SQUIRREL AND TREE STUMP MECHANICAL BANK. Manufactured by Mechanical Novelty Works in New Britain, CT. Advertised as the Squirrel Bank. The bank depicts a squirrel standing on tree stump holding an acorn, and when coin is placed on acorn a lever is pressed in front of the squirrel. The squirrel leans over and deposits a coin in the stump. Although this scarce bank has very simple operation, the casting of the squirrel and stump is very appealing to the eye. SIZE: 7″ l. CONDITION: Bank is in good condition with wear to the stump. Lever and squirrel appear to have restoration. 1-9888 (1,500-2,500)

TEDDY & BEAR MECHANICAL BANK. Manufactured by J & E Stevens. This example has the scarce gray and green painted tree. A take-off on President Roosevelt’s hunting adventure. Teddy aims at a tree stump, and when gun is cocked with coin on top of barrel and lever is pressed he shoots a coin into the tree and simultaneously a bear pops out of the top of the tree. (Very amusing). An ingenious way for a child to save money and be entertained. SIZE: 9″ h. CONDITION: Bank is all original, and is in excellent plus condition. Definitely a superior example of this bank. 1-9860 (1,500-2,500)

PELICAN BANK WITH MAMMY. Manufactured by Trenton Lock & Hardware Co. This fairly scarce bank is in the shape of a full-figured pelican standing on a beach. When coin is pressed into slot on top of pelican’s head, his mouth opens and surprises an unsuspecting depositor by exposing a human figure – in this case, a mammy. This bank was also sold with one of four other figures in the pelican’s mouth. A “From the Collection of Edwin H. Mosler, Jr.” sticker is on underside of bank. SIZE: 8″ h. CONDITION: Bank is in pristine condition. Very minor wear to mammy’s head. 1-9902 (1,200-2,000)

BAD ACCIDENT MECHANICAL BANK. Manufactured by J. & E. Stevens. A very charming bank. When coin is put under foot of black man riding cart and lever is pressed, a black boy runs out from behind the bush, scares the donkey and makes the cart tip back, depositing coin in the bank. Has very comical and ingenious action. SIZE: 10″ l. CONDITION: Bank is in excellent-plus condition with some minor chipping and wear to bank. Overall a superior example of this bank. 1-9867 (2,000-3,000)

EAGLE AND EAGLETS MECHANICAL BANK. Manufactured by J & E Stevens. This was a very popular bank at the turn of the century. Originally sold as the American Eagle Bank. Bank has great form, as a large American Eagle is perched on tree. Coin is placed in eagle’s mouth, and when lever is pressed bird drops coin in nest while the two eaglets in nest appear to start feeding. Also has a bellows that makes a squeak sound when lever is pressed. Bank has great castings and colors which probably attributes to its popularity. SIZE: Height 6-1/4″ CONDITION: Bank is in excellent to pristine condition. An overall superior example with bright colors. The bellow also works! Although a common bank, a rarity in this condition. 1-9893 (1,500-2,500)

RARE GIRL SKIPPING ROPE MECHANICAL BANK. Manufactured by J. & E. Stevens. This bank is one of the most sought-after of all the mechanical banks. Bank is extremely scarce and visually one of the most artistic banks ever made. The action of the girl skipping rope is fabulous. When the mechanism is wound and the lever is pulled, the simulation of the girl skipping rope is perfect. Body, head, feet and rope all move in unison, but each part performs independently in its own appropriate manner. It does not get any better than this!! If you had to own only one great mechanical bank, this would be the one. SIZE: 8-1/4″ h. CONDITION: Paint shows significant age and quite possibly this bank could have been restored 80-100 years ago. Mechanism works, but sporadically. Winding key not original to bank. 1-9880 (10,000-15,000)

MULE ENTERING BARN BANK. Manufactured by J. & E. Stevens. This is a very interesting bank. Mule stands outside of barn, and a coin is placed between his rear legs. When lever is pushed, mule kicks coin into barn while a dog simultaneously runs out of right side of barn. SIZE: 8-1/2″ l. CONDITION: Bank appears to be in very good to near excellent condition, with only minor wear spots. Certainly an above-average example of this bank. 1-9874 (800-1,200)

TRICK PONY MECHANICAL BANK. Manufactured by Shepard Hardware Co. Pony stands on base and when coin is put in horse’s mouth and lever is pulled, pony nods depositing coin in horses trough. A very appealing bank to the horse collector as well as the mechanical bank collector. SIZE: 8″ h. CONDITION: Has all original paint and trap and is in excellent condition with some minor chipping to the horse. Also appears to have been professionally cleaned. 1-9881 (800-1,200)

LEAP FROG MECHANICAL BANK. Manufactured by Shepard Hardware. Very popular in the 1880’s was the game of leap frog, and this bank depicts two children playing the game. When lever is released, a powerful spring propels one boy over the other, hits a lever, and the coin on top of the tree is deposited in bank. Probably a very appealing bank to the young children of the time. SIZE: 5″ h. CONDITION: Bank is in good condition. Appears all original with overall chipping especially to the figures and the back fence of the bank. 1-9861 (800-1,600)

DARKTOWN BATTERY MECHANICAL BANK. Manufactured by J & E Stevens. Originally sold as the Baseball Bank and is considered one of the most desirable banks because of the appeal to the people who collect Black Memorabilia and baseball memorabilia. The bank also has incredible action. A coin is placed in the pitcher’s hand, and when lever is pressed the pitcher pitches the coin and head moves back. The batter lifts his bat to swing, and his head turns. Also at the same time the catcher’s head comes down and hand swivels and coin is deposited in catcher. It’s hard to conceive that an iron bank with the pushing of a lever could set all these players into motion simultaneously. It’s an extremely desirable bank. SIZE: 9-1/2″ l. CONDITION: Bank is in excellent plus all original condition with some minor wear. 1-9865 (1,800-2,600)

CLOWN ON GLOBE MECHANICAL BANK. Manufactured by J. & E. Stevens. Originally sold as the “Funny Clown” bank, this one has the tan base. When globe is brought into position and lever is released, globe and clown whirl around in a very amusing manner. Clown sits on top of ball with an expression that seems to say, “Come here and deposit money in my bank, and I’ll perform for you!” Bank was designed by James A. Bowen, who created some of the most appealing and intricate banks for Stevens. SIZE: 9″ h. CONDITION: Excellent plus, with some minor wear at high points. Definitely a superior example of this bank. 1-10458 (3,500-5,500)

TRICK DOG MECHANICAL BANK (6-PART BASE). Manufactured by The Shepard Hardware Company. There are several versions of this bank. This early version by Shepard is the most desirable and has the best color combination to the clown, barrel, and base. When coin is placed in dog’s mouth, press lever, dog jumps through clown’s hoop, and deposits coin in barrel. SIZE: Height 8″. CONDITION: A superior example of this bank in bright colors in excellent plus condition with some minor chipping throughout. 1-9916 (1,500-2,500)

SHEPARD HARDWARE SANTA CLAUS MECHANICAL BANK. This is one of the few banks with a holiday scene. Santa stands at chimney, when lever is pressed he deposits coins into the chimney. A clever way to encourage children to save their money. Santa is dressed in gray coat and brown trim. He has a pack on back filled with goodies. SIZE: 6-1/8″ h. CONDITION: Bank is in good + condition. Overall wear from age and use. 1-9876 (600-800)

HORSE RACE MECHANICAL BANK. Manufactured by J. & E. Stevens. This fairly scarce bank has a great concept. A stable boy stands near the coin slot, and when coin is placed in slot and string under the race course is pulled, the two horses begin the race. This bank came in two versions, with a straight base and a flanged base, and this is the flanged base version. SIZE: 5-1/2″ h. CONDITION: Gates, striped side and flanged base have been in-painted. Does have original horses and jockey which are usually missing, but they also have been in-painted. Although with these condition issues, bank still has very nice appearance and would be a fine addition for a collector. 1-9858 (2,000-4,000)

NORTH POLE MECHANICAL BANK SECOND CASTING. Manufactured by J & E Stevens. The North Pole bank is extremely scarce. Only a few original examples have turned up. This bank, the second casting, still relatively scarce made some years after the original casting. The bank depicts Admiral Byrd’s adventures at the North Pole with Eskimos and sleds on the front and back of bank. When coin is placed in slot on side of bank, an American flag pops out of the top. SIZE: Height 5-3/4″ CONDITION: Bank is in overall very good plus condition with some wear to the high points of the bank. 1-9894 (2,000-4,000)

EXTREMELY SCARCE HARLEQUIN MECHANICAL BANK SECOND CASTING. Manufactured by J & E Stevens. Probably one of the most aesthetically pleasing banks with wonderful action. When figures are set and lever is pushed the harlequin spins the columbine like a top. Just a beautiful bank, greatly multicolored. It must have been very appealing to the kids. Although not produced at the turn of the century, the second casting is considered a very scarce and desirable bank. Only a handful of these original banks have surfaced. SIZE: 7-1/4″ h. CONDITION: Bank is in good to very good condition with noticeable paint loss to right side base of bank. 1-9862 (3,000-6,000)

Additional Information: Professionally restored.

BULLDOG MECHANICAL BANK. Manufactured by J & E Stevens. This ferocious looking canine is a black dog, red carpet variant. The action is put a coin on the bulldog’s nose, pull down on his tail (hope he doesn’t bark), his mouth opens, coin falls off the nose into mouth, and he greedily swallows coin. He also has glass eyes. SIZE: 7-1/2″ H. CONDITION: Bank is in excellent to pristine condition with bright colors and very little wear. Definitely a superior example. Hard to find in this condition. 1-9870 (1,000-1,500)

MAGIC BANK AND INDEPENDENCE HALL BANK. First bank manufactured by J. & E. Stevens. This bank would appeal to the children at the turn of the 20th century who would really like a magic show. When coin is placed on cashier’s tray, like magic, the door spins, the cashier disappears and coin is deposited. Brightly multi-colored in gray, red and blue, a very attractive building. Second bank manufactured by Enterprise Co. Modeled after Independence Hall tower in Philadelphia. Coin is placed in slot, lever rings bell in tower. Painted all gold and embossed on base “1776-1876 CENTENNIAL”. SIZE: 5-1/4″ h., 9-1/2″ h. CONDITION: Roof of magic bank has cracks in it, which is very common for this particular bank, and at some point bank appears to have been lacquered. Overall very good condition. Second bank very good to near excellent. 1-9884, 1-9895 (700-1,000)

MECHANICAL ORGAN BANK, BOY AND GIRL. Manufactured by Kyser & Rex Co. Base of bank has the pipes of a calliope organ showing. Colorful monkey sits on top of organ, and when crank is turned a coin in monkey’s hand goes into bank. He tips his hat and boy and girl revolve. Also has bells which ring when bank is operated. SIZE: 8″ h. CONDITION: Near excellent with some minor wear to monkey and figures. 1-9869 (800-1,600)

STUMP SPEAKER MECHANICAL BANK. Visually a great bank. Exaggerated face black politician stands on stump. When lever is pressed, coin in his hand drops, the satchel opens and deposits money. This bank came in two versions, one with a black face politician and one with a brown face politician; this is the black face version. This wonderful bank has crossover appeal to collectors of both black memorabilia and mechanical banks. SIZE: 10″ h. CONDITION: Bank is in near excellent + condition with some minor chipping in lips and base and around trap in back of bank. Definitely a superior example of this bank. Bank also appears at one time to have had professional cleaning. Even with black light there appears to be no restoration. 1-9890 (2,500-4,500)

LIGHTHOUSE MECHANICAL BANK. Originally sold as the “Lighthouse Combination Savings Bank”, this fairly scarce bank is very visually pleasing. Reminiscent of the old lighthouses in Maine. The house accepts any coin to the size of a quarter while the tower accepts nickels only. Registering same to the amount of $5 when the money can be removed. The tower of lighthouse is painted red and base and rest of lighthouse is of brown japanning. SIZE: 10-1/2″ h. CONDITION: Bank is in excellent + condition with only some minor paint loss to one small corner of the base and a replaced cap on top of lighthouse. 1-9857 (1,500-3,000)

SCARCE RECLINING CHINAMAN MECHANICAL BANK. Manufactured by J & E Stevens. In the 1880s, the Chinese were looked down upon because they supplied cheap labor for working on the railroad and other businesses. This bank depicts a Chinaman who is laying down on his back playing cards with a rat under his feet. This shows the sentiment of the Chinese worker in the 1880s. When coin is placed in Chinaman’s pocket and lever is pressed, the Chinaman’s hands flip over and the right hand exposes four cards with aces. SIZE: 8-1/4″ l. CONDITION: Bank is in excellent plus condition with some minor chipping. Colors are very vibrant. Definitely a superior condition bank. The only drawback is the left forearm is restored, but the hand appears original. Bank appears professionally cleaned. 1-9863 (2,000-4,000)

MASON MECHANICAL BANK. Manufactured by Shepard Hardware. It is a very comical bank with the hod carrier throwing the coin forward towards the mason. At the same time, the mason lifts the trowel and a brick, and the coin is deposited in the back of the building. A must have bank for all the masons and construction people at the turn of the century. SIZE: 7-1/4″ h. CONDITION: Toy is in very good to excellent condition with general wear and chipping throughout. Bank also appears to have some touch-up on the maroon base and bucket. 1-9859 (1,800-2,400)

RARE BABY ELEPHANT MECHANICAL BANK. Designed and made by Charles Bailey. This is an extremely scarce bank made of lead with a wooden base. Because of limited production and the fact that the bank is extremely fragile, very few of these banks have survived. An elephant stands on top of a box and the sides of the box are embossed with elephants, monkeys, and crocodiles. At the top of the box is a dial, and when the dial points to ten o’clock, the elephant swings back exposing a coin slot where the coins can be deposited. A very ingenious bank. Very few examples of this bank exist in all original condition. SIZE: Length 4-1/2″. CONDITION: Unfortunately, this bank has its four sides, tongue and tail, and wooden base remade at a later date. Also, the red blanket on the elephant is in-painted. All in all, still very scarce in any condition. 1-9896 (2,000-3,000)

BILLY GOAT MECHANICAL BANK. Manufactured by J. & E. Stevens. Very dainty bank with goat standing upon open lattice work with red flower in center. This bank would probably appeal to a very young boy or girl. This bank is also fairly scarce, though this is a second casting of the bank. Even though it would probably fit a base tracing of the original, it is of a later vintage. SIZE: 6″ l. CONDITION: Near mint. 1-9949 (400-600)

CAT AND MOUSE MECHANICAL BANK. Manufactured by J. & E. Stevens. An extremely charming bank with a black and white cat in center of bank. When lever is pushed, a coin sitting in front of the mouse on top of bank disappears and a kitten in fancy dress appears. This bank would definitely appeal to the cat/mouse collector. SIZE: 8-1/2″ h. CONDITION: Very good with moderate wear throughout and also possibly some restoration/old repair to feet. 1-9883 (1,200-1,800)

SCARCE BUTTING BUFFALO MECHANICAL BANK. Manufactured by Kyser & Rex Co. Bank depicts a buffalo butting a boy climbing a tree to get a closer look at a raccoon. When coin is placed in top of tree and lever is pressed, buffalo butts boy up the tree, raccoon recoils and coin is deposited in bank. SIZE: 7-1/2″ l. CONDITION: Bank is in very good condition, but raccoon is probably an old replacement and there is some in-painting to the boy. Trap has been replaced; small crack on base plate. Although bank has some problems, it still has great eye appeal. 1-9889 (1,500-2,500)

INITIATING BANK, 2ND DEGREE. Manufactured by Mechanical Novelty Works in Connecticut. An old man sits upon a goat. This figure is pushed back into position, and a coin is placed on the old man’s tray. When the figure is slightly pushed forward, the coin slides into a frog’s mouth, depositing coin. Even though this is a well cast bank, it was not eye-appealing for a child because of the somewhat grotesque figures and muted colors. Hence it was not a good seller and made the bank fairly rare. SIZE: 7-1/2″ l. CONDITION: Under a black light, bank appears all original, but it is possible that this bank is an early restoration and the goat’s legs repaired/recast. Overall very good condition. 1-9873 (1,200-1,800)

UNCLE SAM MECHANICAL BANK. Manufactured by Shepard Hardware. This patriotic themed bank has Uncle Sam standing on a box. When coin is placed in hand and lever is pressed satchel opens depositing coin in bank. “US” embossed on satchel. The base of bank has an American eagle with arrows and the words “Uncle Sam”. A very visually appealing bank. SIZE: 11-1/2″ h. CONDITION: Bank is in good condition with overall wear and chipping especially to the back panel on base where trap is. Although bank shows considerable chipping and wear the face and body of Uncle Sam and the front panel of the eagle is still very aesthetically pleasing to one’s eye. 1-9856 (500-1,000)

TOMMY MECHANICAL BANK. Manufactured by John Harper in England. Tommy, a nickname for a WWI British soldier, lays down on the grass. When coin is placed on top of rifle, press lever beside Tommy’s side and coin is propelled into tree stump. This bank is seldom found, and is considered extremely scarce. SIZE: 12″ l. CONDITION: Bank appears to be all original and in excellent condition with some minor paint wear and some chipping to the top of tree stump. 1-9871 (2,500-4,500)

DOG TRAY MECHANICAL BANK. Manufactured by Kyser & Rex Co. in Philadelphia, this is a charming mid-sized bank. Bank is oval-shaped in the form of a building on which dog stands with tray in mouth. When coin is placed on tray, dog tips forward and deposits coin into building. SIZE: 4-1/2″ h. CONDITION: Building below dog is an old repaint, and tray in dog’s mouth is probably a replacement. Even with these issues, the bank is fairly scarce and still desirable. 1-9897 (700-1,200)

PELICAN BANK WITH BASEBALL PLAYER. Manufactured by Trenton Lock & Hardware Co. This fairly scarce bank is in the shape of a full-figured pelican standing on a beach. This is a gold painted version, slightly harder to find than the Japanese version. When coin is pressed into slot on top of pelican’s head, his mouth opens and surprises an unsuspecting depositor by exposing a human figure – in this case, a baseball player. This bank was also sold with one of four other figures in the pelican’s mouth. SIZE: 8″ h. CONDITION: Very good with some wear to base, pelican and baseball player. 1-9904 (1,000-2,000)

“CHIEF BIG MOON” MECHANICAL BANK. Manufactured by J. & E. Stevens. Originally sold as the “Indian Camp” bank. Chief Big Moon sits in teepee, extending a fish with his hands. He looks out upon a tranquil pond with two ducks swimming. Coin is placed between extended fish and pond; when lever is pressed pond opens, exposing a large frog that leaps out toward fish. At the same time, chief pulls fish away from frog and coin is deposited under teepee. A very entertaining bank! SIZE: 10″ l. CONDITION: Bank appears all original and is in excellent to pristine condition. 1-9864 (1,200-1,800)

CALLED OUT MECHANICAL BANK. This is an extremely rare bank. Very few examples have surfaced. Some were found unpainted, and a few examples have turned up in brass (brass ones could possibly be a pattern?). There is a chance this bank was never commercially sold, which is why it is so elusive. This example is made of brass. Soldier stands in front of tent, and when coin is deposited at right side of tent, another soldier standing at attention pops out of the top. SIZE: 8-3/4″ overall h. CONDITION: Excellent, with minor discoloration. Also lacks trap. 1-9878 (4,000-6,000)

LITTLE JOE BANK, DINAH BANK & JOLLY N BANK. All three banks of English origin; also all three operate in the same fashion: Put coin in hand, press lever and hand goes to mouth depositing coin and eyes roll up and down. SIZE: Tallest 7″ h. CONDITION: Varies from very good to near excellent. 1-9911, 1-9891, 1-9913 (500-800)

MOSQUE BANK. Manufactured by Judd Mfg. Co., this large ornately cast building has a finial of woman standing on top of cupola. Part of cupola roof is exposed. Place coin on gorilla’s tray and rotate crank clockwise. Gorilla moves counter-clockwise into back of cupola and turns, leaving coin in building. Bank is japanned with light green wash. SIZE: 9-1/2″ h. CONDITION: Finial on cupola is replacement. Japanning is in fair condition, with only slight traces of the green wash. 1-9875 (500-1,000)

SHOOT THE CHUTE MECHANICAL BANK BOX. Most mechanical bank boxes are extremely rare and highly prized by bank collectors. In fact they are sometimes harder to find than the mechanical banks themselves. The Shoot the Chute dovetailed wooden box has original lid and is boldly stamped on the side “One bank, No. 339 ‘Shoot the Chute'” by J & E Stevens Co. Also has operating instructions on side. Found in New Hampshire and belonged to a relative of the box manufacturers of J & E Stevens. SIZE: 10-1/2″ l x 7-1/2″ CONDITION: Very good with slight splinter loss to top right side of box where lid enters. 1-10460 (800-1,200)

LOT OF 3 TIN BANKS. Lot consists of Automat Chocolate bank made in Germany, Jitney bank made in U.S.A. and “Watch Your Savings Grow” bank made in England. All brightly lithographed. Chocolate bank dispenses a chocolate when penny is deposited. Tire on Jitney bank spins. After insertion of 36 pennies in “Watch Your Savings Grow” bank, door automatically opens. This bank also lithographed with Gollywags, clowns and teddy bears. SIZE: Tallest 6″ h. CONDITION: All 3 banks are in very good to excellent condition. 1-9926, 1-9933, 1-9955 (500-700)

LOT OF 3 TIN VENDING BANKS. Lot consists of three vending banks: French 1950s “Chocolat-Menier”, “Stollwerck” hand shadow and cigarette. “Chocolat-Menier” is shaped like a kiosk and dispenses chocolate when coin is placed in slot. “Stollwerck” is brightly lithographed with different scenes of hand shadows on front and sides. The most unusual is the cigarette vending bank, which has scenes of young children all puffing on cigarettes. Although The Bank Book by Bill Norman says that this bank dispensed real cigarettes, we can only hope for the children’s sake that they were candy cigarettes! SIZE: Tallest 10-1/2″ h. CONDITION: French bank is fair to good. Stollwerck is excellent plus. Cigarette bank is excellent, but is missing original trap. 1-9935, 1-9938, 1-9940 (700-1,000)

SCARCE MAGIE BANK. This attractive bank is beautifully lithographed in bright colors. Magician stands behind a table, holding tray in hand. When coin is placed on table and tray is lowered over coin, magically the coin disappears! This is an extremely attractive bank and most desirable. Also manufactured in Germany where some of the finest quality tin banks were produced. SIZE: 7″ h. CONDITION: Lithography is excellent plus, with a few minor scratches on sides of table. Overall, a bank that would fit well with the most discriminating collector. 1-9929 (2,000-3,000)

2 VENDING BANKS & “GWENDA” MONEY BOX. First, “Sweet Thrift” vending bank which would take a penny, nickel or dime to open drawer to extract candy. Second, “Old King Cole” vending bank of unknown manufacture made in the 1930’s with brightly lithographed colors. Third, “Gwenda” money box made in England is brilliantly lithographed with nursery rhyme scenes. Top of bank is a lithographed frog with glass eyes, and when coin is dropped in money box the eyes light up. Very interesting bank. SIZE: Tallest 6″ h. CONDITION: All three appear very good to near excellent. 1-9939, 1-9941, 1-9946 (400-800)

JOE SOCKO & POPEYE NOVELTY BANKS. Made by Straits Corp. Base of Joe Socko bank is brightly lithographed, and on top are two boxers. When coin is deposited one boxer pivots, hitting his opponent. Boxers themselves are nickel-plated. This bank also comes with very hard to find original box. Popeye and Bluto stand on top of box lithographed with all the familiar characters (Wimpy, Olive Oyl, etc.) It has the same action as the Joe Socko bank. SIZE: Each 4-3/4″ h. CONDITION: Joe Socko bank is excellent plus, with some minor oxidation to boxers. Original box is distressed and missing one end flap; has hole on bottom. Lithography on Popeye bank excellent to near mint, but figures have some oxidation and discoloration. Also has replaced trap. Overall, both very attractive banks. 1-9927, 1-9930 (400-700)

LOT OF 2 VENDING BANKS. Made by Doll and Cie in Germany. These two items, the “BAHNSTEIGKARTEN” and the “HELLES”, came two ways: as model railroad toys and with locks for use as toy savings banks. These are the locking variety and were made as banks. They are extremely scarce. The “BAHNSTEIGKARTEN” appears to dispense tickets and the “HELLES” dispenses water. SIZE: Each about 5-3/4″ h. CONDITION: Both banks have been restored and retain a good look, but because of their scarcity would still be an a welcome addition to any collection. 1-9934, 1-9955-1 (600-800)

DAPPER DAN BANK. Fairly scarce bank made by Louis Marx & Co. Bank is brightly lithographed and Dan stands on top of box, with sides of box saying, “Admission 1¢ to 25¢” and “See Dapper Dan, the Famous Jigger”. Great concept because as a child plays with the toy it encourages him to save money. When base of bank is wound and coin is inserted in top of box, Dapper Dan does a jig in a very comical fashion. Surely great amusement for the young! SIZE: 10-1/2″ h. CONDITION: Near excellent, with some minor wear and oxidation to base of bank. Overall, a far superior example of this bank. 1-9924 (800-1,200)

JOLLY JOE CLOWN & SCOTCHMAN BANKS. Both banks were made in Germany by Selhumer & Strauss in the 1920s. Jolly Joe Clown bank is lithographed in very bright colors, the back showing a scene of clowns performing on top of a pig. Front pictures a clown face with a lever underneath. When lever is pressed down, the clown sticks out his tongue. Place coin on tongue; release lever to deposit coin in bank. Verse on front of Scotchman bank states, “Lift my Sporran lightly/On my tongue a penny/If ye do this nightly/Ye’ll soon ha ‘e many.” SIZE: Each about 7″ h. CONDITION: Clown bank has very bright and colorful lithography; excellent plus condition. Eyes of clown are somewhat loose and work sporadically; one tab holding on top of bank is missing. Overall has very appealing look. Lithography of Scotchman bank has darkened over the years and shows some discoloration; also missing a tab from the dome top. 1-9928, 1-9931 (600-800)

LOT OF 4 TIN BANKS. Lot consists of a “Thrifty Animal” bank manufactured by the Buddy L Company – could be the only bank Buddy L produced; a small lithographed windmill bank; a soccer bank; and a “Signal Cabin” bank made by Distler in Germany during the early 1930’s. When penny is dropped in slot, flag moves up and down. This is a very hard bank to find and somewhat scarce. SIZE: Tallest 6″ h. CONDITION: “Thrifty Animal” nearly excellent, with one blemish on roof. Windmill is very good. Soccer bank is near mint. Signal bank has one tab missing from side of building and some minor rust near slot; overall very good plus. 1-9932, 1-9947, 1-9955-3 (400-800)

HAROLD LLOYD BANK. Made by Selhumer & Strauss in Germany in the 1910-1920’s. This Harold Lloyd bank is considered scarce and desirable. It has cross-over appeal for both bank collectors and comic character collectors. When wire lever on side of bank is pressed, Harold Lloyd’s tongue sticks out and his eyes roll down. When coin is placed on tongue and lever is released, coin is deposited in bank. SIZE: 5-1/2″ h. CONDITION: Bank shows oxidation and minor rust coming through lithography on front. Small spot on forehead may be a minor touch-up. Otherwise, bank is in good condition. Even with its discoloration, it still has a decent appearance. 1-9925 (600-1,200)

LOT OF 3 GERMAN VENDING BANKS. First, “Droste” vending bank was made in Germany to advertise a Dutch chocolate product. Highly lithographed with scenes of children playing with the chocolate bank. Directions appear in German on rear of bank. Second is a bank manufactured by Hartwig & Vogel. It has very high quality lithography with scenes of children at play. Directions for use of bank are on top around slot. Third is a red lithographed bank with lithographed scenes of young children at play. SIZE: Tallest 6″ h. CONDITION: All three are very good to near excellent. 1-9936, 1-9937, 1-9948 (600-1,200)

SCARCE “ROYAL TRICK” ELEPHANT BANK. Manufactured in Germany around 1910, this bank came with or without verse. This is the former version, with verse on the side: “Put a coin in the slot, then you’ll see something funny. Press my tail hard and I’ll swallow the money.” Elephant is lithographed in bright greens, reds and golds, and a young child would certainly be attracted by such brilliant colors. SIZE: 4-1/2″ h. CONDITION: Bank is in good condition with some in-painting to the elephant’s blanket, base and ear. Overall, still a fairly attractive bank. 1-9942 (500-800)

TWO CREEDMOOR MECHANICAL BANKS. 1) Manufactured by J & E Stevens. The marksman stands in front of tree with target. Coin is placed on top of rifle, and by pressing the right foot it throws the coin into the tree and strikes a gong bell. 2) This is a new Creedmoor bank manufactured by J & E Stevens. A marksman stands in front of a tree. Place a coin on top of the barrel of the rifle. By pressing his right foot, the coin is shot into the target in front of the tree and the coin rings a bell. SIZE: Each are 10″ l. CONDITION: 1) Very good plus with moderate wear throughout. Paint appears all original. 2) Very good condition with some wear to the base, figure and target in front of tree. 1-9892, 1-9899 (550-750)

TWO MECHANICAL BANKS. 1) Manufactured by J & E Stevens. Although a fairly common bank, visually the bank has great form and eye appeal which is probably one of the reasons it was such a good seller at the turn of the century. When you put a coin on the side of the owl’s head, push lever, owl turns head towards where the coin was deposited. Although most people don’t give a hoot about this bank, it really has a lot of nice color and charm and probably was popular among the young folks. 2) Manufactured by the Gurney Refrigeration Company. The original bank made by Gurney is extremely scarce and rarely turns up at auction especially in multi-colored paint. This, however, is a later casting and not the original. Press a lever on the front of the stump. The elephant’s trunk swings up, deposits coin in howdah. SIZE: Both are 7-1/2″ h. CONDITION: 1) Bank is in very good to near excellent condition with some minor wear, but still retains most of its red paint on lever. 2) In excellent condition with key. 1-9886, 1-9901 (500-900)

SHEPARD HARDWARE SANTA CLAUS MECHANICAL BANK. Really great mechanical bank. Probably the only bank that has a holiday theme with Santa Claus standing at a chimney. When lever is pressed he deposits coin in chimney. Santa is dressed in a gray coat with brown trim. A very desirable bank. Interestingly, the bank also has a paper tag at base with the name “Barenholtz”. SIZE: 6-1/8″ h. CONDITION: Bank is in good to very good condition with some overall wear, especially to right side of chimney. 1-9877 (600-800)

BIRD ON ROOF & BUTTING GOAT MECHANICAL BANKS. Manufactured by J. & E. Stevens, the Bird on Roof bank was one of the earlier banks produced in the 1870’s. Place coin on bird’s head, push lever and coin is deposited in building below. Bank has great folk art look. The Butting Goat bank was produced by the Judd Mfg Co. Draw goat forward to the edge, then raising his hind feet, goat butts penny into tree. SIZE: Bird: 6-1/2″ h. Goat: 5″ w. CONDITION: Both banks are probably early restorations, but still retain a period look. 1-9872, 1-9898 (600-800)

GRENADIER BANK & VOLUNTEER BANK. Both banks made by John Harper & Co. in England. 1) Coin is placed on Grenadier’s gun; when his right foot (lever) is pressed he shoots coin into target on tree, depositing money, and simultaneously his head moves. 2) Action of Volunteer bank is identical to that of Grenadier. The only difference between them is the casting of the heads and the names on the bases (“GRENADIER BANK” on one, “VOLUNTEER BANK” on the other). SIZE: Each 9-3/4″ l. CONDITION: Grenadier bank very good, with typical paint chips and wear to high points. Possibly some inpainting to Grenadier’s cap. Volunteer is in good condition, with general wear throughout and replaced trap. 1-9908, 1-9914 (700-1,200)

TWO TRICK DOG BANKS. 1) Solid base bank manufactured by Hubley. This is the later version of the Trick Dog Bank. Has solid blue base with “Trick Dog” in gold lettering. Put coin in dog’s mouth. When lever is pushes, dog jumps through hoop, deposits coin in barrel. 2) Six-part base bank manufactured by Hubley. This bank depicts a dog, put coin in mouth, jumping through the clown’s hoop and depositing a coin in the barrel. Although the bank has very simple action, it was probably very amusing to the young folks who saved their money in this bank. It was a very popular bank at the turn of the century. SIZE: Both are 7-1/2″ h. CONDITION: 1) Is excellent plus in near mint condition. It has its original key but lacks its trap. 2) Is very good to excellent with some minor chipping and paint loss throughout bank but more prominently to the back of the clown. 1-9915, 1-9953 (500-900)

WILLIAM TELL CROSSBOW BANK. Probably made in Australia, this used to be considered an extremely scarce bank. Several examples have turned up over the last several years, but it is still hard to find. Figures of William Tell and the little boy are cast in alloy and the rest of bank is sheet metal. Coin is placed on crossbow when it is pulled back and locked into position. Lever is pushed and coin is propelled into tower, depositing coin while knocking apple off boy’s head. SIZE: 14-1/2″ l. CONDITION: Very good, with some paint loss to green base and tower. 1-9923 (500-800)

TWO WILLIAM TELL MECHANICAL BANKS. Both banks are manufactured by J & E Stevens. These banks are classic. When coin is placed on top of William Tell’s gun, press the lever and William Tell nods his head and shoots the apple off of boy’s head. (He rarely misses). Banks also have a place to put a cap so when gun is shot it makes a realistic bang. SIZE: Each is 7″ h. CONDITION: Each bank appears all original with one having overall light wear and could use a good cleaning. The other is in fair to good condition with extensive overall wear and a replaced trap. 1-9882, 1-9907 (600-1,000)

LOT OF 6 MISC. BANKS. Lot consists of the following: 1) “I Here A Call” dog bank; 2) “Safety Locomotive” bank; 3) “Feed the Goose” bank; 4) “Electric Safe” bank; 5) monkey with opening mouth bank; and 6) Transvaal Money Box. SIZE: Tallest 7″ h. CONDITION: 1) Very good; 2) Repaired front light, replaced trap (smokestack); 3) Not operating; 4) Very good; 5) Fair; and 6) Fair, with replaced pipe. 1-9900, 1-9906, 1-9922, 1-9945, 1-9950, 1-9952 (500-700)

LOT OF 3 MECHANICAL BANKS. Includes Jolly N with High Hat bank, Little Moe bank and Jolly N fixed eyes. All three of English origin. All three operate by placing coin in hand and pushing lever behind left shoulder. Hand rises to mouth and coin is deposited. SIZE: Tallest 8-3/4″ h. CONDITION: High Hat Jolly very good with moderate chipping throughout. Little Moe excellent and could possibly be a later casting of the bank. Jolly N fixed eyes in very good plus condition. 1-9909, 1-9910, 1-9912 (800-1,200)

3 BANKS: COLUMBIAN MAGIC & 2 REGISTERING BANKS. 1) Columbian Magic Savings Bank, nickel-plated, manufactured by Introduction Co. Swing shelf open and place coin on it; close shelf and coin disappears into bank. This bank was made for the Columbian Exposition. 2) Time Registering bank by Ives, Blakeslee & Williams Co. of Bridgeport, Connecticut. When 100 dimes are deposited in bank, front door automatically pops out. Bank comes in two finishes, nickel plate or japanned with gold. This japanned version is the scarcer of the two. 3) Also made by Ives, is a registering dime savings bank. Door automatically opens when ten dollars’ worth of dimes has been deposited. SIZE: Tallest 7″ h. CONDITION: Columbian bank is in excellent condition. Although the Time Registering bank appears all original, the front door is possibly a later re-cast. Nickel plating of third bank is in excellent plus condition; front door is possibly of a later vintage. 1-9919, 1-9920, 1-9921 (600-800)

2 BANKS: BANK OF EDUCATION & FORTUNE TELLER. Scarce Bank of Education & Economy bank, nickel-plated: Dime is inserted through slot on top of bank and wheel is turned clockwise. Paper slip emerges with question on front side and quotation on reverse side. Fortune Teller bank, also a very scarce bank: Insert nickel in slot of lever and give lever sharp jerk backwards. This will spin the wheel. When wheel stops, pull lever forward as far as possible and fortune will appear in window. SIZE: Taller of two: 7″ h. CONDITION: The nickel plating on Bank of Education is extremely fine except for some minor blemishes, and still retains its paper roll with questions and quotations. Fortune Teller bank appears to have its original paper roll, but nickel plating shows heavy wear. 1-9879, 1-9954 (800-1,200)

LOT OF 3 BANKS: PAY PHONE & 2 CASH REGISTERS. Lot consists of the following: 1) Manufactured by J. & E. Stevens, pay phone bank has slots for nickel, dime and quarter. When crank is turned it rings a bell. 2) Crescent cash register bank has separate keys and slots for penny, nickel, dime and quarter. When coin is placed in appropriate slot and lever is pressed, bell rings and coin is deposited. 3) “Your Savings” National cash register bank has separate keys and slots for penny, nickel, dime and quarter. When coin is placed in appropriate slot and lever is pressed, bell rings and coin is deposited. SIZE: Tallest 6-3/4″ h. CONDITION: 1) Good, with some wear to nickeling. 2) Fairly scarce, has inoperative lock and small piece off bottom casting behind trap; otherwise good. 3) Very good plus. 1-9905, 1-9917, 1-9918 (800-1,200)

BABY IN EGG BANK. Manufactured by L VARONSON INC. in 1924. Bank is made of lead and is absolutely adorable. Little baby is emerging from egg. I believe that when a coin is placed in bottom of bank, a bellows makes a squeak simulating a baby’s cry (inoperative in this bank). SIZE: 7″ h. CONDITION: Near mint, with a few minor flakes. 1-9951 (300-500)

TAMMANY MECHANICAL BANK. Manufactured by J & E Stevens. Bank is a take-off of the ultimate politician in New York, Boss Tweed, who was part of the corrupt politicians in New York. He sits on his chair, and when a coin is placed in his hand the money is deposited directly into his coat pocket. From the 1880s to the present time you can still make correlations between Boss Tweed and present day politicians. Sometimes things don’t change much. SIZE: 5-3/4″ h. CONDITION: The bank is in good to very good condition. Probably average wear for this bank with some chipping on the face and body, with slight wear throughout. 1-9887 (200-300)

LOT OF 4 EARLY WOODEN BANKS. Lot consists of the following: 1) Bureau with six knobs, patented May 12, 1898; when coin is placed in top drawer and drawer is closed, coin disappears into bank; very scarce. 2) Bureau, “Jas SERRILL”; function is similar to six-knob bureau above; hard to find. 3) Tall chest, with drawer function as above. 4) Short chest with single drawer, with similar drawer function as above. SIZE: Tallest 8-1/2″ h. CONDITION: 1) Excellent, with patent date on top of bureau still partially visible. 2) Excellent, with “From the Collection of Edwin H. Mosler, Jr.” sticker on underside. 3) and 4) Very good to excellent. 1-9943, 1-9944, 1-9955-2 (800-1,000)

BUDDY L BUS. One of the very desirable toys made by Buddy L in the 1920’s, this bus has nice original decals and is painted green. Bus has headlamps, mounted spare tires on sides of front hood and dual wheels on rear. Also has opening front doors, a steering wheel that moves the front tires and five rows of seats. SIZE: 28-1/2″ l. CONDITION: Because these early toys were played with and then stored in damp basements, garages, sheds, barns, etc., it is hard to find nice examples of this toy. Bus is in very good condition, with the usual play wear to roof, hood, fenders, etc. Also some light rusting to bumper and fenders. 1-10256 (3,500-4,500)

COR-COR GRAHAM. Very sleek and stylish car made in the 1930’s. Has separate nickel grill, front and rear bumpers and a spare tire. Metal tires with nickel-plated hubcaps. Car is painted green overall. SIZE: 21″ l. CONDITION: Some chipping to roof, hood and fenders. A couple of minor dents in roof. Overall very good. 1-10482 (800-1,200)

SHOWROOM MODEL OF A FORD TRI-MOTOR AIRPLANE. The real plane was also known as “The Tin Goose”. 199 planes were manufactured from 1925 until 1933. The plane which was sold all over the world was originally designed for use as a civilian aircraft. However, they could easily be converted for military use as well. These planes were in commercial use for decades, most notably used by Scenic Airways for 65 years giving tours over the Grand Canyon. This plane is an exact copy in reduced scale with much attention to detailing such as the ribbed tin siding, motors, landing gear, etc. These scale model planes were purported to have been displayed in select Ford automobile dealerships during the 1920s-1930s. A very extraordinary model/toy and a great opportunity for toy collectors, plane enthusiasts, or for those who admire history to acquire a great piece of American aeronautical history. SIZE: 37-1/2″ wingspan. CONDITION: Overall very fine + with minor damage to wing tips. 1-10531 (2,500-4,500)

DOEPKE MG W/ORIGINAL BOX. Really swell Doepke MG assembled from a kit. Has silver bumpers, headlights, grill, hubcaps, windshield and steering wheel. Body of car painted traffic-ticket red. Rubber tires plus spare tire and simulated canvas convertible cover; rear wheel suspension. Steering wheel controls front tires. Original box with assembly instructions. SIZE: 15″ l. CONDITION: Toy excellent plus, box very good with some light staining. 1-10484 (350-650)

CHRYSLER IMPERIAL W/OB BY ASAHI W/CATALOG. Superb 1964 Chrysler Imperial lithographed in red with chrome-colored trim, bumpers, headlights, grill, side mirrors, door handles and tail lights. Whitewall tires with chrome-colored hubcaps. Cream interior with simulated cushioned seats and lithographed dashboard showing gauges and radio. Friction-propelled car. Accompanied by original box, which shows the Imperial car on lid. Also comes with 1964 ASAHI toy catalog in which is pictured the Chrysler Imperial. SIZE: 15-1/2″ l. CONDITION: Lithograph is bright and shiny, all parts appear intact. A little discoloration to front bumper. Otherwise car is excellent plus. Box is very good plus with one retaped corner; top is slightly bent inward and with one small tear. 1-9845 (9,000-12,000)

DUAL COWL REPUBLIC W/3 FIGURES. Very scarce pressed steel car made in the 1920’s has unusual form with a double set of windshields, one for the driver and one for passenger in rumble seat. Painted in yellow with red fenders and seats. Has headlights and a friction type motor that is inoperative. Accompanied by a cast-iron driver and two passengers, which may or may not be original to car. SIZE: 17-1/2″ l. CONDITION: Overall very good plus, with some chipping to hood and moderate chipping throughout. Also some alligatoring to red fenders. 1-10481 (800-1,200)

LARGEST HUBLEY “LINDY” GLIDER. An extremely scarce cast iron toy produced by the Hubley Manufacturing Co. in the 1930s. The toy features a removable figure that is seated in front of the wing. His hands circle the throttle stick while his feet rest upon a frontal support. Iron wheel hubs with rubber tires, Hubley decal on left tail section, enameled in a red framework and a yellow wing. The plane has gilt and red highlighting to accent the embossed lettering. This toy plane is seldom found in complete original condition without damage to the iron castings or with the driver/pilot intact! SIZE: 11″ wingspan. CONDITION: Overall paint is very good + to plane, pilot is good to very good paint. 1-10529 (2,500-4,500)

SMALL HUBLEY “LINDY” GLIDER. An scarce cast iron toy produced by the Hubley Manufacturing Co. in the 1930s. This toy plane has an integral pilot that is seated in front of the wing, his hands circle the throttle stick while his feet rest upon a frontal support. Nickel plated disc wheels, enameled in a red framework and a yellow wing. The plane has red highlighting to accent the embossed lettering. This toy is pictured in the 1933 Hubley toy catalog and is seldom found in original condition without damage to the iron castings. SIZE: 6-1/4″ wingspan. CONDITION: Overall paint is very good +. 1-10530 (1,000-1,500)

LARGE PACKARD COUPE BY TURNER TOYS. A very fine example with original paint, this long nose Packard with simulated headlights, simulated rag top roof, and rubber tires is certainly a classic toy from the 1920s. Finished in deep red with gold highlighting, details include a simulated storage compartment/toolbox on rear bumper (possible replacement). A concealed flywheel would allow the car to move in a forward motion for a short distance. A great toy in great condition! SIZE: 26″ l. CONDITION: Overall very good plus. 1-10480 (1,000-2,000)

CONVERSE SIGHTSEEING BUS. Over the years Converse made a number of different and interesting toys. Most well known is the Converse trolley, utilized as a pull toy, clockwork version, and the infamous body style used by Lionel for their electric trolley version. This particular toy only came with a clockwork motor (functional) pinned below the floorboard with a key shaft extending upwards through the roof. Handsomely painted in attractive colors, this early automotive toy has cast iron wheels with rubber overlays, rear steps for entrance to passenger compartment, and a fringe about the roof. A unique feature of this vehicle is the steering is done by means of the rear swiveling wheels. SIZE: 11″ (front to bottom rear step). CONDITION: Overall paint condition is very fine plus, a small area of corrosion/paint loss to roof. 1-10269 (800-1,000)

BUDDY L FLIVVER. Almost an exact replica of a 1920s Flivver. The car is heavily enameled in black with red spoked wheels and steerable front end. This has the square Buddy L decal on underside. SIZE: 11″ l. CONDITION: Most of these toys were heavily played with. This example is excellent plus, one of the nicer ones to surface. Though some discoloration to wheels, this is hardly a detraction. 1-10483 (700-900)

LOT OF 2 BUDDY L VEHICLES. After World War II Buddy L experimented and produced cars and trucks made of wood. The line was not very successful, contributing to the somewhat rarity of these toys. We have a Buddy L station wagon and a Buddy L convertible. Both were made about 1948 or 1949. SIZE: Station wagon 17-1/2″ l. CONDITION: Both cars very good to near excellent, with some minor abrasions and rubs. Both still have the original Buddy L decals. 1-10485, 1-10486 (500-1,000)

COLLECTION OF PHOTOS OF CHILDREN W/ TOYS. Great lot of vintage photos pertaining to toys. Photos show boys and girls holding early automotive toys, Lehmann motorcycles, early Wilkins fire engine, large photo of Citroens, Christmas scenes, woman holding model T, boy with Buddy L construction toys, and a large framed photo of children with early paper litho boat, cast iron automotive pumper, etc. What a fantastic trip down memory lane. SIZE: Varies. Largest is 27″ l x 8-3/4″ h. CONDITION: Overall very good plus. 1-9850 (150-250)

NO. 8 ZEPPELIN ERECTOR SET W/OB. One of the most desirable of all the Erector sets is the No. 8 Zeppelin. Comes in its large original box with a full replica decal of the zeppelin under lid of box. Under reasonable inspection it appears that set is probably complete, including original instruction booklet, canvas for zeppelin, gondolas, tail fins, etc., etc. Toy is made by A. C. Gilbert of New Haven, Connecticut. Box has original decal. SIZE: Box 25-1/2″ l. x 10-3/4″ w. x 6″ d. CONDITION: Set has been put together and parts are in generally good condition, with some scratches and wear throughout. One wheel missing its rubber tire. Box is in good condition. 1-9843 (600-1,000)

TABLE MOUNT KALEIDOSCOPE. Marvelous table model kaleidoscope on turned wood base. Brass trim with leatherette wrapping. Top is marked “C.C. Bush & Co., Prov., RI Patent Reissued Nov. 11, 1873”. Kaleidoscopic image is changed by rotating ship’s wheel end piece. SIZE: 13-1/4″ h x 10″ l. CONDITION: Overall good to very good, some wear and loss to leatherette wrap. One wheel handle is loose. 1-10497 (600-1,000)

AMOS & ANDY AND OLD JALOPY MANUFACTURED BY MARX. 1) A classic 1930s open air Amos & Andy open taxi. A wonderful tin toy that when wound would shake, rumble, hesitate and take off moving slowly ahead. The horseshoe for radiator cap, crank to start engine and the somewhat decrepit look about the taxi are most comical. Toy is complete and overall in very fine condition. 2) This toy produced in the late 30s-early 40s is reminiscent of college kids gone wild and decorating the car with a variety of sayings such as “Kilroy Wasn’t Here”, “Tall, Dark & Grusome”, etc. Once again Marx produced a variety of toys for children that have become true classics and highly sought after by collectors today. SIZE: 8″ & 7″ respectively. CONDITION: 1) Overall very fine plus. Minor blemish to litho on right rear of cab. 2) Very fine plus to near mint. 1-10508 (400-800)

LOT OF 19 MISCELLANEOUS TIN WINDUP TOYS. Highlights include Marx Barney Rubble riding Dino, Linemar Pluto with noisemaker, German Jumbo elephant, Tippco monkey riding elephant, composition Pinocchio bank, Chein native riding alligator, and various others including Japanese and British makers. A great discovery lot. SIZE: Largest is 7″ h. CONDITION: Very good to excellent plus. 1-10374 (1,000-1,500)

HUBLEY PACKARD. Probably the best automotive toy that Hubley or any other toy company produced, and also the most expensive to produce. There are over 25 separate castings involved. Compared to other toys of the period, it was considerably more expensive, which may account for its relative scarcity. It has opening hoods that reveal a nickel plated motor, opening front doors, nickel plated driver, separate nickel plated front grill, added spare tire, etc. It is highly prized by automotive toy collectors. SIZE: 11″ l. CONDITION: Car is in generally good condition with uniform wear throughout. There appears to be overpainting to the car and wheels. The driver’s side door is an old replacement, which is very common for this car, oftentimes found without doors or hoods. There also appears to be old repair/restoration to the front and rear fender areas. 1-9842 (3,000-5,000)

LARGE HUBLEY ROYAL CIRCUS WAGON. Circus toys are highly sought after by collectors and Hubley made the finest of these. Fresh to the market, this large cage wagon has two lions and a side door entry, which is rarer than the standard backdoor opening. The horses and wagon in gray are accented in red and retains its original driver. Highly embossed “Royal Circus” in gold at top of wagon. SIZE: 15-1/4″ l. CONDITION: This is a superior example of this toy. Because of the nature of the tin top and back, paint chipping is often prevalent. This one has only the smallest amount of flaking. This toy is in excellent condition with only minor chipping. 1-10268 (1,200-1,800)

ARCADE MACK CHEMICAL WAGON. The chemical wagon, one of the scarcer toys in the Mack fire series, has ladder racks holding tin ladders, a reel for hose and a tank to hold chemicals. Also has embossed hoses and lanterns cast into sides of truck, a nickel-plated driver and dual wheels on rear of vehicle. Has original Arcade decal. SIZE: 13″ l. CONDITION: Toy has general wear and some paint loss and chipping throughout. Overall, still in very good condition. 1-10271 (700-900)

Revised: 7/1/2010

Additional Information: Repair to cow catcher.

IVES CANNONBALL TRAIN. One of the largest floor trains produced by Ives at the turn of the 20th century. Large steam locomotive is painted black with gold highlights and red wheels. The number 189 is cast into sides of tender. There is also a large japanned boxcar with two sliding doors for entry and the words “UNION LINE” cast into both sides of car, and a large japanned passenger car with the words “LIMITED VESTIBULE EXPRESS” embossed above its windows. Tender, boxcar and passenger car each have eight wheels. It’s hard to believe that such a large and heavy train was made for a child to play with. SIZE: 54-1/2″ l. overall. CONDITION: Train is in very good plus condition, with some chipping to roofs of cars and some general wear to wheels from age. Overall, for a toy of this size and age, very respectable. 1-10272 (1,000-1,200)

LANDING OF COLUMBUS BELL TOY. This patriotic bell toy depicts Columbus in an intricately cast wheeled boat with four figures rowing and Columbus standing proudly at the bow holding the Spanish flag. When pushed along the floor, the rear eccentric wheels turn and ring the bell. SIZE: 7″ l. CONDITION: Some slight oxidation and rusting to boat and figures, but overall very good to excellent condition. Also retains original Columbus figure, which is most often absent, though there is a small break to his base. 1-10270 (450-650)

GAS POWERED RACER W/ACCESSORIES, TROPHIES, MAGAZINES. Really great gas powered yellow racer from the early 1940’s. Custom features: hand-soldered fuel tank, offset for enhanced weight distribution; additional weights on left front wheel. Motor still has compression (POP). Car accompanied by four Model Craftsman magazines from the 1940’s, two of which have articles on original owner. Trophies include: 1941 – 1st place, 1 mile, 65.36 mph; 1st place, 1 mile, 64.73 mph; 1st place, 1 mile, 68.23 mph; March 9, 1941: world record at 70.86 mph. Two photos of owner with car. Additional items include oil cans, shop cloth, actual section of rail, and other car accessories. SIZE: Car 18″ l. CONDITION: Car very good to excellent, with some minor chipping. Car untested. 1-10491 (4,000-6,000)

1952 BUTCH MARX SPRINT CAR GAS POWERED RACER. Slick racer marked with Bowes Seal Fast logo on side with Mobil horse at nose and “26” on tail. Graphics courtesy of Buz McKim. Decorated in black and white with blue trim. SIZE: 18″ l. CONDITION: Near excellent. 1-9958 (1,500-2,500)

BUTCH MARX 1933 GUS SCHRADER SPECIAL GAS POWERED RACER. Powered by a Dooling .29 ignition engine, this car along with the “Sugar Blues” car are among the best and most exciting gas racers ever built. It is museum quality throughout and is one of three ever built. Decorated in deep red with white center stripe and numbered “5” at the tail. SIZE: 17-1/2″ l. CONDITION: Near excellent. 1-9959 (1,000-2,000)

BUTCH MARX “FINISH LINE ENGINEERING OFFY” SPECIAL GAS POWERED RACER. One of the greats of the 1940s-1950s, Butch Marx masterfully created this car faithfully down to the frame, wire wheels, and suspension, it could be considered a scale model of an Offenhauser powered racing car. Powered by a .29 Dooling gas ignition engine. Enameled in black with “88” at the tail. SIZE: 17″ l. CONDITION: Near excellent. 1-9957 (1,500-2,000)

BUTCH MARX CARUSO MIDGET GAS POWERED RACER. This pre-war Rail Kurtis model of Caruso’s first midget racer and Bill Schindler’s first significant midget drive, this model is a one-off by Butch Marx powered by a McCoy .19 gas ignition engine. Enameled in black with “Caruso” across the hood and “2” at the tail. SIZE: 15-3/4″ l. CONDITION: Near excellent. 1-9956 (1,000-2,000)

Revised: 6/30/2010

Both 3342 & 3343 were consigned from an estate. It was our belief that they are both original and in outstanding condition. However, a couple collectors have voiced concerns that they are so good that they must be restored and there seems to be no positive was to prove one way or the other. Therefore, we do not guarantee that these lots have not been restored.

LIONEL 5344 ENGINE & TENDER. In exceptional original condition, this classic Lionel train also known as the Hudson is in very fine plus condition. Drive wheels underneath show some wear, but some blackening still in place. Most likely always packed away as engine shows no evidence of shelf dust. Marker lights intact, nickeled railings, whistle, bell etc. bright and shiny. Rubber stamping of 5344 is brilliant with no wear. The twelve wheel tender matches the condition of the engine and it is hard to believe that original boxes are not present! The following few lots were packed away in a closet for upwards of 30 years. Both this engine and the following engine (763E) are in virtually unplayed with original condition. Several other lots must have been the trains that the children were allowed to played with. These two engines surely had to be off limits to the kids. SIZE: Overall approx. 24″ l. CONDITION: As noted. 1-9822 (2,250-4,250)

Revised: 6/30/2010

Both 3342 & 3343 were consigned from an estate. It was our belief that they are both original and in outstanding condition. However, a couple collectors have voiced concerns that they are so good that they must be restored and there seems to be no positive was to prove one way or the other. Therefore, we do not guarantee that these lots have not been restored.

LIONEL 763E ENGINE & TENDER WITH ORIGINAL BOXES. Another amazing engine from the same closet as the Lionel 5344, this engine is very close to being in unplayed with exceptional condition. The gun metal gray finish is near flawless. Tender has a few minute paint chips on base edge. Rubber stamping is crisp and vibrant. Nickeling to bell, whistle and railings are brilliant. The boxes are intact and very firm. Locomotive box has one detached internal end flap and one internal missing flap. No box insert. These trains have been tucked away in the closet and a newspaper indicates that they have been packed away in 1978 and have not seen the light of day for 30+ years. A few train lots following were evidently the ones children played with. But this engine as well as the 5344 must have been off limits to the children. Included with this particular lot is the original instruction manual for this locomotive. SIZE: Overall 22″ l. CONDITION: As noted. 1-9823 (1,750-2,750)

LIONEL 2332 GG1 & 226E ENGINE & TENDER. 1) A very fine all original GG1 with single motor. These engines were operated in Pennsylvania as well as New York and Connecticut. This is a perfect replica of the real thing! In real life, these engines were a true workhorse and when they discontinued their use many years ago, it took two diesel locos to do the work that this GG1 did. Marked on the side “Pennsylvania 2332”. Engine still retains its original pantographs. 2) Lionel 264 with a 12-wheel tender. This was a classic Lionel engine used for passenger or freight cars. Great outline and bordering on a semi-scale train. SIZE: 13-1/2″ l. CONDITION: 1) Overall very good original condition. Striping is worn and very faint in certain sections; most notably in the middle. 2) Overall condition of engine and tender is good. No visual damage to castings and/or steam chest. Overall wear and chipping to tender. 1-9821, 1-9824-1 (400-800)

A GOOD GROUPING (17 PCS) OF PRE-WAR & POST-WAR LIONEL TRAINS. Included in this lot is a 4-pc 252 passenger set in peacock, a 2810 crane, an 816 hopper car, a pair of 820 search light cars, a 2812 gondola, a 2817 caboose, a 4-pc 752 City of Denver streamline set (minimal warpage to bottom frame of two cars), 3659 dump car with original box and eight newer post-war plastic freight cars. The pre-war trains are in played with condition but still quite usable. The post-war trains; 36621 milk car and 3472 milk car are in good played with condition. Some sticker residue on 800 and 2800 series freight cars. A nice grouping of trains. SIZE: Varies. CONDITION: As noted. 1-9824 (300-500)

MISCELLANEOUS LOT OF PRE-WAR LIONEL ACCESSORIES. Approximately 12 pieces. Included in this lot is a Lionel Bascule Bridge, signal tower & switchboard, #127 station with original box, pair of #58 street lamps, #154 crossing signal with original box, #308 railroad sign set, #260 illuminated bumper, two 47 crossing gates, #20 o-gauge crossing with original box, and papier mache tunnel (non-Lionel). Overall good to very good. # 0-4-4-0 bridge has paint loss but no fatiguing to pot metal castings. 440C panel board intact and present. SIZE: Varies. CONDITION: As noted. 1-9819 (250-450)

SIXTEEN PREDOMINANTLY LIONEL TRAINS & ACCESSORIES. Most are used in box such bascule bridge, 700E Hudson locomotives, Lionel run-about boat etc. SIZE: Varies. CONDITION: As noted. 1-9820, 1-9824-2 (600-900)

BASSETT-LOWKE 1-GAUGE FLYING SCOTSMAN LIVE STEAM ENGINE. Quite possibly, this was used as a store display as it is housed within a glass case and appears to be in near mint, unused condition. Fastened to the railroad ties, the engine shows no usage or ever having been fired, and the paint is absolutely pristine. Although there is some heavier alligatoring to black painted areas. Marker lamps, railings, and letters are intact and present. These engines were produced for a number of years and oftentimes truly difficult to ascertain its true date of production. Most likely from the 1930s, along with the following two lots have been in the same family for many years and proudly displayed on their mantle. Truly a great find! SIZE: Case measures: 7-1/4″ w x 32-3/4″ l. Engine approx. 27-1/2″ l. CONDITION: Very fine to near mint. 1-9818 (1,500-2,500)

BASSETT-LOWKE LIVE STEAM ENGLISH OUTLINE ENGINE & TENDER. With markings LMS 5900. A more elaborate and deluxe model than the previous lot, this is a 4-6-0 outline with a six wheel tender. Once again, as mentioned in the previous lot, these are fabulous toys/models. This train, as well as the previous, appear to have had very little usage as the boilers show no sign of overheating and paint decay. A great piece, and all three of these engines have come from the same family. Included with this lot are two passenger cars and a postal car. SIZE: 24″ l. CONDITION: Overall engine & tender are very fine to near mint. Postal car is very fine with minor flaking to roof. Passenger cars are poor condition with excessive flaking. 1-9825 (800-1,200)

BASSETT-LOWKE LIVE STEAM ENGLISH OUTLINE ENGINE & TENDER. A fine 4-4-0 with six-wheel tender and LMS 1000 markings. Bassett-Lowke produced a prolific amount of live steam trains that were most popular to British children as well as adults. Their true ability to replicate trains in miniature form is amazing. Revered by collectors, these toys were perhaps (or more fair to say) models were most durable, and like their real counterparts, very resilient and functional. Bassett-Lowke produced many different models and it is easy to understand why these trains many, many years later are sought after by collectors. Included with this lot are four wooden Bassett-Lowke cars: 2 boxcars, 1 gondola, and 1 tank car. SIZE: 23″ l. CONDITION: Overall very fine. Engine missing marker lamps. Some flaking to black paint in tender bed. Cars are overall very fine plus. Tank car has minor flaking to one side. 1-9826 (500-1,000)

Revised: 6/29/2010

Correction: Not Bassett-Lowke.

ENGLISH OUTLINE 1-GAUGE BING FOR BASSETT-LOWKE. A 4-6-4 contained locomotive with markings G & SWR, an exceptional live steam locomotive that is a replica of an English engine that was a workhorse of the British railway. SIZE: 19″ l. CONDITION: Overall very good condition, lacking marker lamps, cab roof detached but an easy fix. 1-9849 (1,500-3,000)

LIONEL GIRL’S TRAIN SET. An unbelievable set. In an attempt by Lionel to reach a wider audience, the company created a set for girls in more cheery pastel colors. Not many were sold, making them very scarce today. This is a rare opportunity, not only to be able to find a set with all their original boxes, it even has the set box! The set includes the engine, tender, canister car, two box cars, hopper car, gondola car, caboose, and transformer. Originally coming from the original owner, they were purchased for her because, coming from a family of all boys, she was left out of much of their fun. Her brothers were not allowed to use it, and the few times she ran the train, she immediately put the set back in their boxes until the next time, which accounts for their stellar condition. The current consignor has had them for several years, just having them packed away. CONDITION: Engine has one or two tiny chips on cab roof and one or two tiny rub marks on coupler base. Caboose has one or two minor blemishes on roof. Box car 6464/510 has a few small chips on ladder and one chip missing. Set box number 15875 has two flaps with tattered edges; one box seam is loose; two flaps have brown tape on them, probably original to the set; one corner torn and retaped. 1-10532 (4,000-5,000)

LIONEL MICKEY MOUSE CIRCUS TRAIN W/ORIGINAL BOX. This is one of the most desirable toys for Mickey Mouse collectors, with cross-over appeal for train collectors. Engine is painted red, cars are brightly lithographed with scenes of Mickey Mouse and his friends; coal car with operating Mickey Mouse stoker. Also comes with track and large composition Mickey, the barker for the circus, who originally stood near cardboard cut-outs of circus tent, side shows, tickets, etc. Only cardboard remaining in this set is the tickets. Box with “No. 1536″ on two sides is lithographed with a scene of the train arriving in front of the circus. SIZE: Engine 7” l. CONDITION: Engine is very good, with some minor wear at the high edges. Lithographed circus cars are near mint, also the stoker and the barker. Box is slightly darkened, with minor tears and some tape on corners; overall, very good plus. 1-10378 (3,500-4,500)

SCALE MODEL OF THE STEAM ENGINE “LORD BALTIMORE”. A painstaking as well as time consuming devotion went into the creation of the Lord Baltimore 4-6-4 steam locomotive that operated in the early to mid-20th century. Constructed of metal and wood with working side rods, an abundance of gauges, levers, etc. in the engine cab. The tender itself with a prolific amount of simulated riveting to the sides. Much attention is paid to the detailing such as the cowcatcher, the steps leading to the boiler front, the railings, etc. Unfortunately, the creator of this wonderful scale model is unknown, but was either a railway worker or an aficionado of railroads. One can only imagine the time spent creating this model. The planning, the creation, the assembly easily could have taken years. Included with the lot is a display track (approx 72″ long with rails and ties). SIZE: Approx. 70″ l. CONDITION: Overall very fine plus. Slight dustiness to paint. 1-10372 (2,500-4,500)

7-1/4″ SCALE MODEL “CANADIAN PACIFIC” LIVE STEAM ENGINE & TENDER. A truly amazing working scale model of a 4-6-2 locomotive & tender created by workers at the Baldwin Engine Works in their Canadian plant. Little knowledge has been passed on as to exact time of creation and/or all the workers names but included is a photocopy of a photo dated August 1960 of a bespectacled fellow standing by the completed engine and tender. The consignor purchased this in Canada a while ago but again he could not get any more info as to who the workers were or the time of creation. Due to firing up the boiler and live steam “burning” paint on boiler newer paint and lettering seems likely. One can only imagine that these workers were able to accurately copy this particular style of engine using the “real thing” as a model. Of course, working at the plant, these workers had access to an abundance of knowledge, machinery and materials that would let them replicate an engine into miniature form. Most likely the workers were able to cannibalize, beg, borrow and steal bits and pieces as they built this train. The workings are accurate and very detailed as well as functioning. As opposed to Bassett-Lowke scale model replicas this piece is a bit simpler in construction and not as “polished” but let’s remember that this was a one of a kind and not a scale model that was made in large numbers like the Bassett Lowke models! A wonderful addition for those that have “backyard” railways or those that would like a true piece of folk art created by ingenious hands many years ago. Accompanying this engine and tender is a trestle created by the same workers and used for display purposes. SIZE: Overall 76″ l x 27-1/2″ h. 6-1/4″ between flanges. CONDITION: Overall very good condition, untested as to working order. 1-10325 (4,000-6,000)

HUGE SCALE MODEL OF A PULLMAN CAR & FLAT CAR. This lot as well as the next lot were recently found in a New Jersey estate. Painstakingly created from scratch the wooden body of the passenger car exhibits an immense undertaking not only in time and labor but in recreating in miniature an American icon of railroad history. It features an inordinate amount of attention to detail including the pot belly stove and vent pipe in passenger compartment, knuckle couplers, clerestory, framework, railings, etc. The flatcar lettered in a PENNSYLVANIA motif is constructed of a wooden body with intricate detailing including rivets, stake holders (metal), simulated plank flooring, and lettering. The truck assemblies appears to be of professional manufacture and probably available to those creating various railroad cars. SIZE: 78″ l x 16″ w x 27″ h overall. CONDITION: Overall very fine original condition with a few minor chips. 1-10326 (1,750-2,250)

HUGE SCALE MODEL OF A CABOOSE. This lot as well as the preceding lot were recently found in a New Jersey estate. Painstakingly created from scratch the wooden body exhibits an immense undertaking not only in time and labor but in recreating in miniature an American icon of railroad history. The truck assemblies appear to be of professional manufacture and probably available to those creating various railroad cars. It features an inordinate amount of attention to detail including the knuckle couplers, cupola, framework, railings, etc. The caboose first introduced in the 1840s became a mainstay of the railroads but then in the 1980s showed the slow decline of their use, which then continued dramatically. Today it would be a rarity to see one at the end of a freight train. SIZE: 66″ l x 14″ w x 21″ h. 7″ between flanges. CONDITION: Overall very fine original condition with a few minor chips. 1-10327 (1,000-1,500)

HAND CARVED WOODEN FOLK ART CIRCUS TRAIN. Circa mid-20th century, this charming grouping of hand made display trains consist of wooden cars is predominantly centered on the Zee Brothers Circus. It includes cage wagons, equipment cars, flat cars, etc. Also many cars labeled Valley Railroad and includes two locomotives (a 4-6-6-4 and a 4-6-4), crane car, lumber cars, and more. Nearly 40 pieces in all, they have a good folk art quality. SIZE: Varies, several measure approximately 16″ l. CONDITION: Overall generally good. 1-10330 (250-450)

LOT OF TWO ALL-ORIGINAL FRENCH DOLL (AS IS). Direct from the home of original owner, these were two outstanding French bisque dolls, however, both heads are seriously damaged. Nevertheless, these two Jumeaus both have wonderful original straight wrist bodies, original clothing, although somewhat tattered, and both with original blue leather marked Jumeau shoes signed “E.JUMEAU PARIS”, the larger pair marked “9” and the smaller marked “8”. The smaller doll has brown paperweight eyes and is incised “E8J” and the larger is incised simple “9” at the base of the neck. Present, although not intact at this time are her original blue paperweight eyes. SIZE: Larger 20-1/2″ (52cm). Smaller 19″ h (48cm). CONDITION: Although lovely, both heads severely damaged and reglued. 1-9828, 1-9829 (1,800-2,800)

RARE GERMAN CHARACTER BY SWAINE & CO. Rarely found character incised “B.P. 4” followed by a green circular stamp reading “S & CO. GESCHUTZ GERMANY”. She has blue painted intaglio eyes, open/closed mouth with painted teeth, exquisite modeling on a wood and composition body, dressed in an elaborate multi-layered Eastern European costume. SIZE: 15″ h (39cm). CONDITION: Bisque head very good, minor loss of color on right cheek, torso on doll body severely damaged and in need of replacement. 1-9832 (500-600)

MADAME ALEXANDER DIONNE QUINTUPLETS IN ORIGINAL BED. Included in the lot are the 7″ babies with molded and painted features, each wearing a diaper and a nightshirt and bib with individual names embroidered, each in a different color. They are reclining on a long pink dotted Swiss pillows with pink felt blanket underneath in the original trundle bed with decals on the front, each bearing the individual names in individual colors. Also included is a pamphlet from the Madame Alexander company as well as a book commemorating the Quint’s second birthday printed in 1936. Comes in original cardboard packing. SIZE: Dolls 7″ each. Bed is 20″ l (51cm) x 9-1/2″ d (25cm). CONDITION: Excellent with minor, slight typical crazing, primarily on the legs and also on Annette’s face. 1-10300 (800-1,200)

LOT OF 2 IDEAL SHIRLEY TEMPLE DOLLS. The larger doll is contained in her original box with label. She has her original pleated organdy dress with cloth tag and tin pin on front stating Shirley Temple, the World’s darling. The smaller also has a short pink pleated dress with original cloth tag. SIZE: 19″ (48 cm) and 12″ (31 cm) respectively. CONDITION: Larger doll has superficial facial crazing with some additional crazing on legs. The smaller doll has minimal crazing and slight fading. 1-10301 (700-900)

LOT OF 6 IDEAL SHIRLEY TEMPLE COMPOSITION DOLLS. All dolls are fully marked on back of the head. None have original clothing, but many appear as though they are (but none are tagged). At least two have been redressed. SIZE: Largest is 19″ (48 cm), smallest is 12″ (31 cm). CONDITION: Overall good to very good. All with some minor crazing, and several with minor paint touch up. 1-10301-1 (800-1,200)

42″ F. 16 G. CLOSED MOUTH FRENCH BEBE WITH COMPO BODY. An extreme rarity to find earlier French dolls of this magnitude and size! Normally one might be able to locate a 32″-36″ Jumeau or Steiner or F.G., but again, I must reiterate the rarity of coming across a doll of this size and for it not being on a mannequin style body is unheard of. Although the body is unmarked (typical of F.G. bodies) it certainly follows the characteristics of an F.G. body and we believe it to be correct and proper for this doll. More amazing is the overall condition, the body shows minimal wear, especially at the joints. It is straight wristed with original finish and the bisque head itself appears to have no damage. Original amber paperweight eyes with a hint of mauve eyeshadow, a closed mouth with molded tongue (similar to the quintessential Bru Jne models). Fine pale bisque with expertly painted light brown eyebrows, wearing an older fancy dress, she has a long brown human hair wig of newer vintage. Head is stuffed with old French newspaper. SIZE: 42″ h. CONDITION: Minimal wear to body finish, most notably in finger and wrist area. Overall very fine plus. 1-10490 (10,000-15,000)

LARGE FRENCH AUTOMATON WITH JUMEAU HEAD. Late 19th Century French mechanical with mechanism contained in the torso of the doll. When key is wound and music begins to play the lady moves her head from side to side, raises her right arm up and down and holds a parian dollhouse man with molded mustache. In the left arm she holds a suspended theater containing two more parian dolls in original clothing. She turns her upturned hand from side to side and as she does so, the two dolls contained in the theater dance. The head is stamped in red on the back “Tete Jumeau Bte. S.G.B.G. 8”. She has a closed mouth, inset blue paperweight eyes and has a flat cut neck socket. She wears an antique long brown human hair wig and has been well recostumed in antique burgundy silk with lace trim in the style of the period. The exterior of the theater as well as the drapes have most likely been refurbished at some time, however excellently done. The hands are composition and are definitely from a Jumeau doll. SIZE: Overall 23” t (58cm). Doll standing 21-1/2” t (54cm). CONDITION: Overall very good to excellent with exception of one minor flake at earring hole. Automaton in working condition. 1-10273 (13,500-18,500)

RARE SIZE 1 TETE JUMEAU BEBE WITH TRUNK. A highly sought after cabinet size French bebe, she is on a marked Jumeau body with straight wrists. Appears to be in her original dress (distress/melting) and her white fancy leather shoes are marked “1” on the sole. A sublime look with a hint of a smile, blue paperweight eyes, light eyebrows, and pale bisque make her a most attractive bebe. Retains her original human hair wig with cork pate, blue earrings, and straw hat. A small leather type trunk with an internal tray and various outfits and another pair of small leather shoes is included. SIZE: 9-3/4″ l. CONDITION: Overall very fine, some minute pinpoint speckles to forehead. Doll lacking right thumb. 1-10492 (8,000-9,000)

STEINER Fre A 15 BEBE. A stunning example of a closed mouth French bebe with bulbous light blue paperweight eyes, peaches and cream bisque, and contemplative look on her face. On a marked Steiner body “Le Petit Parisien, Bebe Steiner”. Attired in an extremely fanciful French bebe style outfit (old, but not original). Retains a French tied blond mohair wig and marked French black leather shoes with rosettes. Just a stunning and extremely wonderful example for a Fre A Steiner! SIZE: 23″ h. CONDITION: Composition body shoes minimal wear. Bisque appears to be free of damage, minute pinpoint light brown speck on lower cheek. 1-10398 (3,250-4,250)

DOOR OF HOPE: AMAH & CHILD. From the Chinese Door of Hope Mission, the Amah with carved wooden head and painted hair in bun wears traditional knee length tunic, ankle length trousers and cloth shoes with turned-up toes. The elaborately dressed child is supported on her back and tied to neck of her caregiver by a brown cloth bunting. The child’s costume is quite elaborate with brocade hat, shoes with floral design and floral printed linen clothing. SIZE: Amah is 10-1/2” (27cm) t. Child being 5” (13cm) t. CONDITION: Overall light soiling, black line on Amah’s forehead and minor discoloration. 1-10366 (1,500-2,500)

DOOR OF HOPE: TWO VILLAGE PEOPLE. Man wears a gold long brocade robe over purple trousers with an indigo brocade tunic with high collar and braid ties across the chest and is topped with an original black cap having tiny knit pompom on top. Female has painted hair with carved circular bun in back held in place by a gold painted hair pick. She has a floor length black skirt covering gray/blue brocade trousers and wears a pink brocade tunic with high collar with pale blue ribbon decorations. Her cap covers only the center of her head, ties under the chin and is edged with gray bead trim. SIZE: Man is 11-1/2” (29cm) t. Woman is 11” (28cm) t. CONDITION: Some facial discoloration with slightly darker color to lips than typically seen. Believed to be original color having been in a trunk since their initial purchase many years ago. Clothing in very good condition with only minor soiling. 1-9855 (1,200-1,800)

DOOR OF HOPE: GROOM. Man with carved wooden head and forearms wearing a long dark blue jacket with square finely embroidered floral design in both center and back covering a light blue brocade interior ankle length costume and wearing knee length black silk boots. Hat has a turned up wide brim with red threads emitting from center of the hat. SIZE: 11-1/2” (29cm) t. CONDITION: Costume is very good with minor stains at the bottom of the interior tunic, slight darkening of facial features. 1-10367 (1,000-1,500)

Revised: 6/29/2010

Correction: Correct name is not Amah.

DOOR OF HOPE: AMAH. Amah with carved wooden head and painted hair in bun wears traditional knee length tunic, ankle length trousers and cloth shoes with turned-up toes. SIZE: 10-1/2” (27cm) t. CONDITION: Some darkening and stains to face, also some staining to the pale green outer tunic. 1-10368 (800-1,200)

GRAND POUPEE BY JUMEAU ON WOODEN BODY. Rare sized Jumeau portrait fashion with head incised “12” at the base of the neck. She has softly painted facial features, almond shaped blue paperweight eyes, mauve shading on the upper eyelids, applied ears, with separate bisque shoulder plate and is on her original fully articulated wooden body with joints at wrists, elbows, shoulders, hips and knees. She wears her original blond mohair wig with bangs over cork pate. She is dressed in period white cotton undergarments with monogrammed white blouse “AG” and wears an antique two piece lace dress with applied pink velvet floral designs with sequins and a pink velvet sash at the waist, and an elaborate cream silk and lace hat, perhaps a child’s bonnet from the 1870s. SIZE: 32″ h (81cm). CONDITION: Excellent with some typical paint wear especially at fingers and joints, a few minor color rubs on cheeks. Silk of dress somewhat frail. 1-10279 (20,000-25,000)

Revised: 6/29/2010

Correction: Drum heads are distressed.

FABULOUS GERMAN CRANK AUTOMATON WITH 7 FIGURES. An outstanding as well as clever automaton, circa 1920s featuring six bisque headed jester figures playing various instruments led by bisque headed conductor. An unusually large piece for this particular venue, the characters’ faces with open/closed mouths and painted eyes make this a most charming and appealing item. The wooden box is covered in a paper litho as well as a carpeted floor. When activated, the conductor moves on his pedestal, directs the band members who twist about in their chairs or turn their heads while playing their instruments. A different and more elaborate crank automaton than usually one encounters. SIZE: 17″ w x 15″ d x 12″ h. CONDITION: Overall appears to be in very fine original condition. Conductor needs to be re-secured to pedestal. 1-10487 (2,000-3,000)

EARLY BRU BEBE. Diminutive Bru from early 1880s simply marked on back of head with half moon incised mark and some indecipherable impress markings on shoulder. Doll has lovely tiny brown paperweight eyes, blond painted eyebrows and evenly painted eyelashes, pierced ears, open/closed mouth with tiny molded upper teeth. Bisque head swivels on a separate bisque shoulder plate with realistically molded chest. Gusseted white leather body is firm with bisque fingers intact. She appears to retain her original pleated silk blue factory dress with ecru lace trim at the collar and bottom of skirt. SIZE: 11-1/2” (29cm) t. CONDITION: Overall very good to excellent with exception of faint hairline crack on underside of left bisque forearm. Body is clean with no apparent leakage. Lacks wig, underwear and shoes. 1-9827 (6,000-9,000)

EARLIEST PERIOD JUMEAU “EJ” BEBE. Beautiful example from one of the earliest fully marked Jumeau children with head incised “10 EJ” with the 10 being directly above the letters on her original early wood and composition body with eight separate ball joints, straight wrists with large oversized hands. Stamped on the torso “JUMEAU Medaille d’or Paris”. She has lovely blue paperweight eyes, well painted eyebrows and eyelashes, applied ears, closed mouth with well modeled upper lip and dimpled chin having nice even coloring. She has been well costumed in an antique style cream brocade silk with drop waist and large beige ribbon sash. Blond French mohair wig is most likely original and she retains her original cork pate. Shoes are antique pink oil cloth impressed on soles “10 Paris Depose” with the so-called “BEE” logo. Although old, they are not as old as the doll. Stockings are antique pink cotton which matches the silk bonnet with pink plumes. SIZE: 22” (55cm) t. CONDITION: Head is very good to excellent with one minor wig flake on back of head. Body retains its original finish with minor typical wear at joints and a few faint cracks on the fingers. 1-10375 (6,500-8,500)

TETE JUMEAU NO. 12 W/LEVER-ACTION EYES. A fine early Jumeau bebe with lever-action eyes that open and close and flirt left to right, on a fully jointed composition Jumeau body that is stamped on rear of torso. Rear of bisque head is impressed “TETE JUMEAU Bte SGDG 12”. Bisque head is attached to composition torso by trademark coil spring in head. Dressed in antique fancy white dress with a plethora of lace, a light aqua cape, and French shoes with a “B” and “12” impressed on soles. Open mouth with fine pale bisque and blue eyes. She retains an original dark brown mohair wig with extended curls. Early flirty-eyed Jumeaus such as this are very unique and not readily obtainable; they come in open-mouth and closed-mouth versions. It is unusual to find one of this size. SIZE: 27″ h. CONDITION: Body is in very good original condition, with normal wear at joints and otherwise some uniform and varied flaking to paint surface. Flirty-eyed mechanism is temperamental, with possible aged reset to eyes. Minor factory flaws on flat part of internal rim as pictured (covered by cork pate). 1-10524 (4,000-6,000)

WOOD BODIED FRENCH FASHION WITH TRUNK AND TROUSSEAU. Swivel neck bisque head incised “4” on separate shoulder plate mounted on fully articulated wooden body with joints at wrist, elbows, shoulders, waist, hips, knees and ankles. She has blue glass paperweight eyes, closed mouth, most likely from the firm of Gaultier. She has a brown human hair wig, upswept in a bun in the back. Clothing consists of a blue and white striped cotton two piece ensemble with lace trim at collars and sleeves, antique white cotton undergarments, corset, brown leather shoes with heels impressed “5” on the soles, of questionable age, a floor length purple velvet dress with train, edged in black lace, olive colored pinstriped walking dress with pockets, sleeves and collar with feather stitched trim and a white pique night dress. All is contained in an elaborate studded leather trunk bearing the brass label reading “ARTICLES DE VOYAGE J. BARREETT LYON RUE HOTEL DEVILLE”. SIZE: 18″ h (46cm). CONDITION: Excellent. The leather strip at shoulder plate may have been removed or replaced at some time. 1-10278 (12,000-16,000)

MUSICAL AUTOMATON WITH TWO MUSICIANS. Most likely from the 1920s, this hand crank automaton with music features male and female figures with jester type attire. When the crank is activated, the figures who are seated upon a bench, raise and lower their arms and their heads turn from side to side. The wooden box is trimmed in a paper pattern with gold trim and gold paper. Rear of bisque heads are marked “GK” in a sunburst. SIZE: 10″ w x 6-1/2″ d x 10″ h. CONDITION: Overall very good. One head has hairline. 1-10488 (800-1,200)

SIMON & HALBIG 151 CHARACTER CHILD. The Simon & Halbig firm produced four dolls in the 150 series. This particular child has painted side glancing eyes, and an open/closed mouth with painted teeth. A highly desirable character as well as most appealing. She is dressed in an antique white cotton dress, antique blond mohair wig with dual braids, and older shoes and socks. She is on a fully jointed ball composition body with typical Kestner markings on rear of torso. Fine quality bisque with no wig chips, which is usually problematic with these dolls. SIZE: 14-1/2″ h. CONDITION: Overall excellent plus. Upon close examination under magnifying glass, a few very faint light brown pinpoint spots on right cheek. 1-10469 (2,500-3,500)

RARE ORIENTAL BRU Jne 7 BEBE. An all original French bebe, rear of bisque head incised “BRU Jne 7” with similar markings on right & left sides of the bisque shoulder plate. Closed mouth with molded white space between the lips, brown paperweight eyes with well painted eyelashes & dark eyebrows, pierced ears, bisque shoulder plate with realistically modeled bosom. White kid over metal jointed upper arms, perfect bisque forearms, on a Chevrot body (wooden lower legs), original paper label intact on chest directly under the bisque shoulder plate. She has been elaborately costumed wearing a black mohair wig with brass fan jewelry with matching drop earrings in the fan design and a metallic choker necklace with matching bracelet on left wrist. This exact jewelry is described and pictured in The Bru Book by Francois Theimer. Her under garments are typical Bru cotton & lace, she is wearing a couture long blue silk kimono with hand embroidered flowers, gold silk ribbon sash at waist with inner sleeves of the same material. In addition she retains her original and rare Bru slippers stamped on the soles “7 Bru Jne Paris”. A version of Bru’s attempt to capture the essence of an Asian child, this is a spectacular doll as well as a unique opportunity to acquire a most desirable bebe! SIZE: 18” (46cm) t. CONDITION: Overall very good to excellent. Original stringing of arms is slightly loose. Some minor melting to yellow silk inner sleeves of kimono. 1-10373 (20,000-30,000)

LATE 19th CENTURY JULES STEINER BEBE. Petite closed mouth child doll with head incised “A-5 PARIS” on original composition French body which is jointed at the shoulders and hips and bears a red stamp reading “Le Petit Parisien BEBE STEINER”. She has blue/gray paperweight eyes, pierced ears, evenly painted eyebrows and eyelashes and is dressed in an elaborate cream silk with overlay ecru lace, aqua ribbon sash at waist and silk ribbon bows on sleeves. On the hem of the dress there is a purple/blue stamp which reads “Paris Bebe France”. She wears antique leather boots which button on the side and are stamped on the soles with the “Keystone” logo. The blond mohair wig over cardboard pate is original and is covered by a lovely antique bonnet which matches the dress. SIZE: 13” (33cm) t. CONDITION: Very good, minor flake at right earring hole, slight lack of color to tip of nose. Body finish is excellent with original finish. 1-10377 (3,500-4,500)

LOT OF 2 FRENCH BISQUE HEAD DOLLS. The larger is an open mouth head made by Simon & Halbig for the French market, incised “DEP 8” and also stamped in red “TETE JUMEAU”. She has blue glass sleep eyes with lower painted lashes and well modeled and enameled eyebrows. The fully jointed body has an oval sticker “BEBE JUMEAU Diplome d’Honneur”. She also has her original brown leather Jumeau shoes and knit stockings. The smaller doll is a closed mouth doll with blue paperweight eyes, stamped in red “DEPOSE TETE JUMEAU Bte S.G.D.G.4”. She has a fully jointed composition body stamped in blue “JUMEAU MEDAILLE D’OR PARIS”. She has her original blond mohair wig and remnants of a red silk sailor costume. SIZE: DEP 19″ (48cm) h. Jumeau 13″ (33cm) h. CONDITION: DEP has considerable flaking to the paint of the body. The Jumeau has a crack on the forehead as well as one coming across the bridge of the nose through the cheek, extending to the back of the head. 1-10299 (800-1,200)

SIZE 7 TETE JUMEAU BEBE. A nice example of a later open mouth Tete Jumeau with brilliant blue paperweight eyes, fine pale bisque, and expressive countenance. Attired in antique and quite possibly her original aqua cotton dress with a sheer bodice and retains an antique brown human hair wig. She is on a later style Jumeau body with paper label on rear of torso and retains her fine antique French leather shoes. SIZE: 16″ h. CONDITION: Overall condition of bisque is excellent, minute whiteness to tip of nose, firing line behind right ear. 1-10376 (1,500-2,500)

EXCEPTIONALLY LARGE JULES STEINER BEBE. 1890s era Steiner with the head incised “FIGURE A NO. 7 / J. STEINER Bte / S.G.D.G. PARIS”. She has almond shaped eye cuts with blue/gray paperweight eyes, well painted eyebrows and eyelashes, shaded outlined lips with hint of a white space in between, shaded nostrils, well defined ears and mauve shading of upper eyelids. She is on her original fully jointed body which is stamped on left side of torso in blue “Le Petit Parisien BEBE STEINER”. She has the wider fingers with outlined nails and the body retains its original finish. She is simply dressed but in her original white cotton pleated chemise with pink silk ribbon inserts and a pink ribbon sash at the waist and a lovely original blond mohair wig with bangs which covers the original Steiner purple cardboard pate. Although antique, brown leather shoes are more than likely real child’s shoes. SIZE: 33″ h (84cm). CONDITION: Excellent with very tiny 1/2″ surface firing line at one of the cutouts on the head. 1-10386 (10,000-14,000)

DOMED FRENCH BEBE CLOCK AUTOMATON. A very fine example produced by a French firm in the latter part of the 19th century featuring a clock that would have activated the automaton on the half hour and hour. It features a French Bru bebe seated at a table, powdering her nose next to a trellis and is completed by a painted scene on rear of dome. It appears over the years some alterations/improvements have been made to this automaton. The automaton can now be activated without the clock. The Bru bebe is identical to those found on Bru fashions, and known as the highly sought after “Bru Smiler”. The automaton itself is on a black ebonized wooden base with a porcelain clock face inserted on front middle. SIZE: 20″ w x 9″ d x 25″ h. CONDITION: Overall very good, some loss/damage to porcelain clock face. Possibly missing crystal bezel? Automaton is functional and music plays. 1-10459 (4,500-8,500)

Revised: 6/29/2010

Correction: Tiny chip to inside corner of left eye socket.

UNUSUALLY LARGE SIMON & HALBIG DOLL MADE FOR THE FRENCH MARKET. Lovely early Simon & Halbig doll incised “S&H/18/949″ with open smiling mouth with four square upper teeth, pierced ears, inset blue glass eyes with painted lower lashes and fine silk upper eyelashes, sweeping multi-stroke thickly painted eyebrows and mounted to the original fully jointed wood and composition body with fine original patina. She is dressed in an antique dress which is probably an original child’s dress made of pleated white horizontally ribbed cotton with a fine lace collar, low waist sash and sleeves trimmed in similar material. The wig is antique blond mohair with bangs and long curls in back. Shoes are antique, one-strap, blue leather children’s shoes. Overall a lovely life sized doll. SIZE: 34″ h (87cm). CONDITION: Overall excellent with approximately 1/2” surface scratch near rim in front, but is not a damage. 1-10383 (2,750-3,750)

EARLY CLOSED MOUTH KESTNER. One of the most desirable of all the closed mouth Kestners, she is incised “XI” and has blue glass sleep eyes, closed pouty mouth, pale bisque with rouged cheeks, well painted lashes and brows and is on her original fully jointed early wood and composition body with straight wrists and cupped fingers. She retains her original blond mohair wig over plaster pate and is dressed in a long white cotton and lace christening gown with matching lacy bonnet. She has crocheted booties and wool petticoat. SIZE: 16″ h (41cm). CONDITION: Bisque head very good with slight color rub on left cheek; body retains excellent original finish with only minor scratches and paint chips at joints. 1-10302 (1,000-1,500)

VICHY FRENCH AUTOMATON. Portraying woman playing the accordion. Late 19th Century piece featuring a black woman with papier mache head with brown glass inset eyes, open/closed mouth with molded teeth in a reclining position playing a papier mache accordion. When wound and as the music plays, the lady’s right hand moves back and forth to allow the accordion to play. Both of her bare feet which are made out of composition move back and forth, her head moves slightly from side to side as well as up and down. She is most likely wearing her original clothes, which shows wear commensurate with its age. Key is original, although unmarked. SIZE: Overall 21″ t (53cm). Figure itself in reclining position is approx. 18″ (46cm). CONDITION: Everything appears to be original with slight paint flakes on face, minor chips on toes and clothing somewhat dusty with some wear to the silk. Automaton is in relatively good working order but in need of some minor adjustments. 1-10276 (5,000-7,000)

FRENCH BLACK MINSTREL PLAYER AUTOMATON. Leopold Lambert musical automaton featuring a black banjo player with papier mache head, inset brown glass eyes, wearing original black caracul wig with hands also made of papier mache. He is elaborately dressed in an antique silk brocade suit with knee length pants, a waist coat with long tails, trimmed at the cuffs on both the jacket and pants with antique lace. When wound and as the music plays, the man strums the banjo with his right hand and the head moves both side to side and up and down as well. He stands on a wooden base with lithographed design representing a tile floor. The automaton has its original key with the “LB” logo. SIZE: Overall 27-1/2″ t (70cm) including the base. Figure itself is 23″ t (58cm). CONDITION: In excellent working condition, music strong, most likely some minor paint retouch on the hands, lips and small areas throughout the face. 1-9837 (15,000-20,000)

Revised: 6/29/2010

Correction: Estimate should be $5,000-$10,000.

EXTREMELY LARGE & DETAILED ARCHITECTURAL/DOLL HOUSE. Although found with some doll furniture, it does not appear to access points other than windows and doors unless access points have been sealed. This turn of the century piece features simulated mortared brick for the basement block, simulated traditional brick for the second story, and the upper level has clapboard with a nicely shingled roof. Also includes copper piping, presumably to have running water as there is a tub on top. This fact leads us to believe that it was a model. Other highlights include an exterior fence, opening weighted windows (some with screens) and at one time a working doorbell. Front entrance on lowest level with a side entrance on the second story with stair entrance, screen door, and fancy Victorian solid wood door with oval glass window. Appealing homemade detail inside and out. Interior has several staircases, opening raised panel doors, trim work, molding, early wallpaper, built-in cabinets with doors and drawers, metal radiators, and curtained windows with some working shades. Perhaps this was a copy of a real house with 10+ rooms with the first level being a basement only. CONDITION: Unsure of level of completeness. Exterior finish has darkened and is a little dirty, but could be cleaned. Window and doors are mostly intact. Inside is a little disheveled but workable for a house of this age. Overall very good. 1-10528 (500-1,000)

MASSIVE CAPE COD DOLLS’ HOUSE. Early to mid 20th Century. This elaborate two and a half story house with eighteen points of entry and with just as many rooms (each room is approx. 9-1/2″ h) plus hallways, multiple bathrooms, attic area and more. House is electrified although being untested is vacant and ready to be moved into. Exterior of the house has stained clapboard slat siding, a shingled roof, glass windows and rests on a lazy-susan type base. SIZE: 50-1/2″ l x 48″ w x 42″ t. CONDITION: Generally very good. 1-9461 (1,000-2,000)

A FINE GROUPING OF ORMOLU DOLL HOUSE FURNITURE. This nice grouping of larger scale furniture with a few added accessories that comes directly from an attic. A variety of pieces in overall untouched, original finish with some oxidation in various spots. Lot includes 11 pieces such as fainting couch, bench, chair, etagere, etc. SIZE: Varies, largest is 6″ l x 6″ h. Small table approx. 1-7/8 x 2/1/4 x 3″. CONDITION: Overall condition varies, very good to excellent. Small tabletop sconce lacking glass chimneys/vases. 1-10506 (1,500-2,500)

OPEN MOUTH JUMEAU BEBE. Late 19th Century bisque child with head incised only with a “10”, however undoubtedly from the firm of Jumeau. She has blue glass sleep eyes, open mouth with six molded upper teeth, well painted eyebrows, upper and lower lashes, pierced ears and is mounted on her original fully jointed unmarked French wood and composition body. She has been beautifully redressed in a cream silk dress with embroidered design, a green corduroy vest with lace trim and appliquéd cloth flowers and topped with an emerald green felt hat with pink feathers and cloth flowers. The dark human hair wig is most likely original or most certainly of the period. Shoes are a newer black leather design and are unmarked. SIZE: 22” t (56cm). CONDITION: Bisque head is very good to excellent. Body has some typical paint chips with the right hand repainted and one finger reglued. 1-10387 (1,200-1,400)

RARE LARGE GERMAN CHARACTER DOLL. Seldom found open mouth character with head incised “HEINRICH HANDWERCK / SIMON & HALBIG / 160″ with fixed blue glass eyes, open mouth with four upper teeth, protruding upper lip and deep double chin on a fully jointed German wood and composition body, appropriately dressed in a knee length pink cotton pleated dress with lace trim. SIZE: 27” h (69cm). CONDITION: Head has had some professional restoration in back, but well done. Hands slightly different color than rest of body, perhaps one size too large. 1-10385 (1,200-1,400)

LARGE OPEN MOUTH FRENCH DOLL CIRCA 1900. Made for the firm of Jumeau, the doll is incised simply “DEP 15”. These heads were made for Jumeau by Simon & Halbig and were marketed as Jumeaus when originally sold. She has an open mouth with four teeth, blue glass sleep eyes with painted lower lashes and original thick silk upper lashes, finely painted and enameled eyebrows and mounted on the original chunky full jointed French wood and composition body. She is dressed in a fine quality white lace dress with oversized collar and wears a honey colored antique French human hair wig over cork pate. She has nice antique underwear, but no shoes or stockings. SIZE: 34″ h (87cm). CONDITION: Excellent, minuscule earring hole chip on right earlobe. Body retains original finish, however there is some typical paint flaking and is missing the pinky finger on left hand. 1-10384 (1,000-1,500)

LARGE LOT OF GLAZED PORCELAIN HALF DOLLS (PINCUSHION DOLLS). Most of which are of German manufacture with some having been made in Japan. Also included is a bisque nude figure with hole in bottom of slipper. SIZE: Largest is 8″ (20 cm), smallest is 2″ (5 cm) CONDITION: Generally good to very good. However, several show damage and/or restoration. 1-9830-1 (700-900)

LARGE LOT OF GLAZED PORCELAIN HALF DOLLS (PINCUSHION DOLLS). Most of which are of German manufacture with some having been made in Japan. SIZE: Largest is 6″ (15 cm), smallest is 3″ (8 cm). CONDITION: Most good to very good with some with damage and/or restoration. 1-9830 (500-700)

SIX GERMAN BISQUE DOLLS & SCHOENHUT BOY. A nice grouping of German bisque dolls including two A.M. 390’s, Dream Baby, kid body A.M. 370 (some damage/loss to body), R.A., and a painted eye Schoenhut boy with open/closed mouth with painted teeth. Dolls are in need of restringing and general clean-up such as straightening wigs, adjusting clothing, etc. All dolls except Schoenhut have glass sleep eyes and bisque heads appear to be free of damage, but not fully inspected. A great grouping for those who like to work on dolls. Schoenhut has been redressed. Face is in wonderful condition, eyebrows have faded. SIZE: Varies from 13″ h to 21″ h. CONDITION: Overall generally good, as noted above. 1-10505 (500-1,000)

36″ VOLLAND RAGGEDY ANN. An exceptional and uncommonly large Raggedy Ann purported to have been a store display in the front window. It is difficult to believe that a small child could play with such a large doll. Most likely these were purchased by store owners who merchandised children’s goods such as a shoe store, clothing store, or toy store. Tremendous appeal with huge shoe button eyes and a monstrous smile on her face make her most appealing. Still retains blush to cheeks and most of her original with small section on center of forehead inset with additional hair. A great piece, difficult to find. To those who collect Raggedy Anns, this could be the center of attention among the others. SIZE: 36″ h. CONDITION: Light soiling to face, some minor fading to blue dress. Apron has some moth damage and amateur repairs. 1-10388 (1,000-2,000)

MISC. LOT OF DOLLS, PARTS, CLOTHES AND TRUNK. Lot consists of four various bisque dolls heads, one complete wood and composition child’s body, one complete lady flapper body missing right hand, a hide covered doll’s trunk, a large lot of doll’s clothing, mainly from the 1930s, an assortment doll’s wigs (mainly synthetic) and an assortment of doll shoes, many singles. SIZE: Various. CONDITION: Fair to good (lot being purchased AS IS). 1-9831 (500-700)

11 ASSORTED CHINA DOLLS AND HEADS. Lot consists of 10 glazed porcelain shoulder head dolls and 1 single china shoulder head dating from 1860-1910 with two reproductions included. The largest doll is a so-called “Dolly Madison”, the shoulder head is a so-called “Adalina Patti” with the majority of the other dolls being so-called low brow chinas with one reproduction and another of unknown age. SIZE: Largest 21″ h. Smallest 6″ h. CONDITION: Most have minor issues such as chips, hairlines or lacking arms or legs on the bodies. (Lot sold AS IS.) 1-9835-1 (400-500)

LOT OF 10 ASSORTED BISQUE HEAD DOLLS. Lot consists of four bisque shoulder head dolls with glass eyes and cloth bodies, a “79” Handwerck doll on a repainted composition flapper body, a Japanese bisque head baby, a Herm Steiner baby and a black bisque dream baby type, an ABG toddler and a Karl Hartmann doll on jointed body missing limbs. SIZE: Largest 15″ (38cm) h. Smallest 8″ (20cm) h. CONDITION: Fair to good. Some with hairline cracks and minor defects. 1-9833 (500-700)

LOT OF ASSORTED BISQUE HEAD DOLLS. The largest is made for George Borgfeldt, the smallest is a Gobels. Also included are an A.M. 390, a 79 Handwerck on body with straight wrists, an unmarked early Sonnenberg-type with brown fixed eyes and a Heubach Koppelsdorf baby 300. SIZE: Largest 24″ (61cm) h. Smallest 16″ (41cm) h. CONDITION: Baby has crack in back of head and one leg detached. Gobels and Handwerck have eyes inside head, 390’s eyes sleep poorly and wig to Sonnenberg glued tightly. (Lot sold AS IS.) 1-9833-1, 1-9834 (800-1,000)

LOT OF 7 MISCELLANEOUS GERMAN BISQUE HEAD DOLLS. The largest is a Simon & Halbig 939 with open mouth and brown glass sleep eyes. The smallest is a Simon & Halbig 1159 which is detached from a German composition stick-like child body. Also included is an S&H 1039 on an early straight wrist jointed body, a 99 Handwerck, a Handwerck missing teeth, an SHPB 1906, and a 275 DEP by B&P missing limbs. SIZE: Largest 24″ (61cm) h. Smallest 13″ (33cm) h. CONDITION: Fair to good with most dolls having issues with bodies. 939 has repaired eye chip. 99 Handwerck has detached eyes, possibly newer that the doll. (Lot sold AS IS.) 1-9833-2, 1-9836-1 (700-1,000)

LOT OF MISC. GERMAN BISQUE DOLLS AND PARTS. Lot consists of 5 German bisque shoulder head dolls, the largest of which is an AM 370 dressed in a tuxedo, the smallest of which is incised with an anchor logo. Also includes an AM 390 on a composition body in original clothing and the original box marked “BEBE JUTTA PUPPE”, a cloth body missing arms, and an unmarked open mouth bisque shoulder head. SIZE: Of the German shoulder heads, largest is 29″ (74cm) h, smallest is 20″ (51cm) h. AM 390 in box is 17″ (44cm) h. Bisque shoulder head 4-1/2″ (12cm) h. CONDITION: Bodies poor on all shoulder head dolls. AM 370’s wig not removed. Lot sold AS IS. 1-9834-1 (700-900)

LARGE LOT OF ASSORTED DOLLS & PARTS. Of various ages and materials. Included are two baby feeding dishes featuring the Campbells Kids, a doll with bisque head incised 102 with open mouth and four square teeth (lacking eyes), a miniature Frozen Charlotte with gold luster shoes, and original crocheted dress. Also large lot of German and Japanese all-bisque dolls with movable arms, various German and American composition dolls, a pair of boy & girl black cloth dolls, a topsy-turvy doll, as well as assorted heads and bodies. SIZE: Varies. CONDITION: Fair to good. 1-9835, 1-9836 (400-800)

O.D. JENNINGS 5 CENT STANDARD CHIEF TIC-TAC-TOE SLOT MACHINE. This is a nice original slot machine that was utilized in casinos, various social clubs, etc. from the early 1940s and produced in variety into the early 1960s. A true reliable workhorse of a machine with little mechanical failure for the operator. The attractive nickel plated castings with red highlights, visible jackpot, and a cast brass Indian’s profile adorns the front casting. A unique feature to this machine is the Tic-Tac-Toe. In essence what this means is a bar on the first reel in any visible position (one of three), a bar on the second reel in any position, and a bar on the third reel in any position would win the jackpot. Hence, the term, Tic-Tac-Toe. Obviously this feature was intended to garner the playability and chance of an easy jackpot. SIZE: 16″ w x 16″ d x 30″ h. CONDITION: Very fine original condition. 1-10255 (800-1,200)

MILLS WIZARD FORTUNE TELLER. An extremely ornate cast-aluminum front easily drew the eye of the prospective customer. Once again Mills managed to work in his trademark owl on the front casting which is covered in card symbols, signs of the Zodiac, flaming urn, and most notably the wise man/wizard. One would select the question; upon depositing a penny and plunging the lever on the right side of the machine, the answer would mystically appear. Machine has been professionally restored in a most attractive manner. Wooden back door and wooden base are professional replacements and one would not know until a close examination of the machine. SIZE: 13-1/2″ w. x 6″ d. x 18-1/2″ h. CONDITION: Overall very fine restored working condition. 1-10307 (1,500-2,500)

EARLY COUNTER TOP WATLING BROWNIE SLOT MACHINE. Watling Manufacturing created two different style Brownies, the first being circa 1910 and the other being slightly later with a simpler cabinet. This particular example is in a quarter sawn oak cabinet with a fancifully cast iron head embossed with wildlife birds and a marsh type theme. Five coins could be played. If all five slots were selected, a winner was guaranteed. Varied pay amounts depending on color chosen (red and black were a 2 to 1 payout). Green, the highest payout (at 20 to 1) had only 2 wedges on the payout disc. A very desirable machine with a handsomely restored wooden cabinet and nickel plated iron castings. The lithographed dial with the various colors and intricate center design is in great functional condition and ready for one’s game room. SIZE: 22″ w x 11-1/2″ d x 30″ h. CONDITION: Overall very fine, replacement rear back door. 1-10320 (5,500-7,500)

SAMUEL NAFEW POKER GAMBLING MACHINE. An ornate turn of the century gambling device. When a nickel is deposited and the lever depressed, the five rows of cards would flap about, stopping suddenly and a poker hand was visible to the player. Player would be rewarded free cigars if he had a winning hand according to the award card at the top of the machine. Handsomely refinished some time ago in a copper blackened oxide, the ornate castings make this an eye-catcher as well as a very desirable machine. In functional working condition with original iron castings and original award and direction paper. SIZE: 11-1/2″ w x 8-1/2″ d x 12-1/2″ h. CONDITION: Overall very fine restored condition. Iron marquee has old damage/cracks with aged repair to rear of marquee. Lacking keys. 1-10304 (2,500-3,500)

ALL ORIGINAL 5 CENT/25 CENT CAILLE DOUBLE WITH ORIGINAL MUSIC. This machine is as fresh to the market as they come! Discovered recently in a Kentucky barn, this double puck with its original music is in as found, totally all original untouched condition. A true rarity in itself, there are virtually very few machines discovered any longer in this manner. The music had been removed and was stored in the house and in remarkable condition; no broken teeth, excellent gilt to iron sound board and clean as a whistle still holding a tune. All the original linkage is intact excepting wire rods (of minor concern) to trip music. The crank on the side, the lever to deactivate music is still present! The original iron castings have substantial nickel plating and painted highlighting to head is almost all intact. The iron legs have very little nickel left which is typical and often times over the years the legs were painted silver. Dials are intact and in very fine condition, original reverse glasses are present; one has three cracks the others are intact and are flaking to blue background paint. Wood cabinet desperately in need of a good cleaning and some regluing. Lacking partial rounded molding around center dials and a few odd little pieces of trim. Back doors are present with original locks; one door missing section of wood. Musical containment area is present including rear containment door. A great find by Jim Julia who was at a decoy auction in Chicago when one of the attendees mentioned to him that they had this machine and it had been in his family for decades. A rare opportunity for a collector to get a fresh to the market, as found, basically all original double upright with its original music. Often times an operator removed the music boxes from these uprights as they inoperable. Only a very small percentage of musical uprights retains the musical box that was there when it left the factory. SIZE: Approx. 47″ w x 14″ d x 63″ h. CONDITION: As noted. Left side handle plate is intact, handle missing. Mechanisms appear to be complete other than a spring here or there and in need of cleaning and lubrication. Iron castings are intact and the only visible damage is a hairline crack in iron plate surrounding the right side coin head. 1-9817 (45,000-65,000)

CAILLE “BANKER” TRADE STIMULATOR. An early 20th century gambling device frequently found in saloons, general sores, barbershops, etc. The concept being a hand of poker was “dealt” to the gambler in hopes of obtaining trade or cash for a winning hand. A nickel is deposited in the coin entry and the plunger/thumb lever pushed down would cause the five reels to spin and a new poker hand would appear in short order. At the turn of the century various types of these poker machines were prolific because they were very simple with almost no maintenance, yet having much appeal letting the operator reap substantial profits for a small investment. A fanciful front iron casting, upon close examination one can see the word “BANKER” cast into the ornate design and also the trademark “C B” (Caille Brothers) also cast into the design. The cabinet, mounted on a swivel base, is constructed of quarter-sawn oak with a wooden back door (replaced) and upon the top of the cabinet is a elaborate casting depicting two semi-nude women encasing the reward schedule for winning poker hands. SIZE: 13″ w x 8″ d x 24″ t. CONDITION: Overall very fine + condition. Rewards marquee is not original to the machine. 1-10536 (2,000-4,000)

5 CENT WATLING ROL-A-TOR SLOT MACHINE W/ AN ORIG. WATLING WOODEN CRATE. In the early 1930s, Watling devised a most attractive machine to catch the player’s eye. A cornucopia with a bevy of gold American coins spilling from within, and on the lower casting on either side of the twin jackpots, more American coins cascade down the front casting. Unique to this style machine, a coin was deposited in the top of the cornucopia and the last eight coins were on visible display. This style machine was manufactured for less than two years before they changed the name to Rol-a-Top, along with a flat steel handle, American coins, and a wood cabinet with perimeter grooving. This particular machine is in original finish to not only the wood, but the castings and still retains an abundance of gold flashing to the coins! Machine retains original tin reel strips with some wear, original Watling cash box, and original back door (lock replaced). Mechanism is very clean and in working order. Included with this machine is an original Watling wooden crate used to ship slot machines. Various stampings on the side include the Watling manufacturing logo. SIZE: 15″ w x 15″ d x 28″ h. CONDITION: Overall very good to excellent. Shipping crate has some damage/loss. 1-10399 (4,500-6,500)

WATLING COUNTERTOP BROWNIE JACKPOT SLOT MACHINE. First introduced in the teens and continuing into the 1920s, this color-wheel machine was on its way out, being replaced by 3-reelers. Added to this particular machine, as opposed to the earlier model, is a visible jackpot to further entice player participation. Up to 6 coins could be played which would guarantee a winner. Payouts varied from 2 coins to 20 or the jackpot. Obviously, the odds/payout increased by playing a color with fewer slots on the tin disk. This machine is in original untouched condition; however, original back door is missing (newer door in place). An oak cabinet with nickel-plated cast-iron trims, this machine was one of the last countertop “one-wheelers” to be produced by any company manufacturing slot machines. SIZE: 16″ w. x 9-1/2″ d. x 26″ h. CONDITION: Overall condition is very good original and working, some peeling to nickel finish on iron head. Left and right front corners of wooden base are marred. 1-10308 (2,500-3,500)

ALL ORIGINAL MILLS “TWO-BIT” UPRIGHT DEWEY. Patented in 1898, the Dewey was produced by Mills for 20+ years. Truly one of the most mechanically reliable and attractive of the Mills upright slot machines. A quarter, or up to six quarters, could be played. If all six slots were selected, you were guaranteed a winner. Rewards would be anywhere from fifty cents to five dollars. This is an earlier version with a paneled quarter-sawn oak cabinet and blackened copper oxide plated castings. The lithographed tin wheel is more aesthetically pleasing than the normal wheel found on Deweys. This particular wheel is known as the “pie wedge” wheel. Original glass with mirror and reverse-painted “TWO BIT” is overall in very good condition with some flaking. A very impressive and attractive gambling machine, appealing not only to collectors of coin-operated machines but to other collectors as well. SIZE: 66″ h x 29″ w x 18″ d. CONDITION: Overall very fine+ original condition not only to the wood but to the iron castings as well. 1-10535 (18,000-22,000)

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PULVER’S WOODEN CASED “YELLOW KID” GUM MACHINE. Another “fresh to the market find” just discovered down the street from Julia`s auction gallery. This outstanding example of a clockwork turn of the century gum vendor features the truly first American comic spokesperson…the Yellow Kid. A single column gum vendor, activated by a penny, the Yellow Kid bows, then turns to the gum column, raising his hand to his mouth and then turns back to observe the delight of the young child receiving a stick of gum. A pot metal head with original paint and a polished cotton gown (frail, fabric loss) adorn the Yellow Kid figure. Cabinet is constructed of oak with a glass front window and two smaller glass windows on either side. An oval brass tag is mounted to the front panel/door and all paper adorning the front window are is original. Truly not only is this a great coin operated vending machine but a wonderful piece of turn of the century Americana that has been in attic storage for generations. In fact, the original finish has worn down almost to bare wood as would be expected from decades of service and subsequent storage. SIZE: 12″ w x 10-1/2″ d x 24-1/4″ h. CONDITION: Overall machine is in very good-fine original condition in as found working condition with a couple minor splits to wood case, lacking lock on back door. 1-10540 (9,000-11,000)

MILLS ELK TOKEN-PAY TRADE STIMULATOR. Machines at the turn of the century were usually quite elaborate with much attention to the exterior cabinets. The ELK is constructed of cast-iron with somewhat simple sides but highly embossed with decorations. One to five coins could be played with varying odds depending on the symbol chosen. If by chance you were a winner, a token was dispensed through the side of machine into a small cup. Nickel-plated finish is intact and in excellent condition, with some overall minor wear here and there. Original marquee also present; however, back door constructed of cast-iron is a quality replica. A number of different companies produced the ELK, including Caille, Paupa & Hockreim, and Watling. The reel bundle displays a poker hand as well as your fortune, paper reel bundle is an older replacement, original reel bundle is present but incomplete. Original tin cash box is located inside machine. SIZE: 18″ h. x 14″ w. x 12″ d. CONDITION: Machine is in very nice original condition, mechanism functional. 1-10309 (3,750-5,750)

RELIANCE NOVELTY POKER MACHINE. A classic and ornate cast-iron card machine with an exposed mechanism. Upon depositing a penny in the slot and depressing the plunger, the five cylinders – each containing a number of cards that are spring-loaded – would spin and the player’s poker hand would appear, as well as the last coin played in lower right corner of front window. A number of different companies manufactured card machines, coming in a multitude of sizes and forms. This example is small, compact, and attractive. The iron castings other than the marquee are intact and in original nickel-plated finish. Front casting is embossed with “RELIANCE NOVELTY CO.” and the original cash drawer at rear of machine is marked “VICTOR”. SIZE: 11″ w. x 9″ d. x 15″ h. CONDITION: Overall good to very good original condition and working. 1-10311 (4,000-6,000)

RARE DICE GAME BY A.J. STEPHENS. Circa 1930s. This seldom found and elusive coin-operated dice game appears to have been relatively inexpensive to manufacture, but very profitable in a bar location. The player would deposit a nickel, depress the level, and watch the dice flip. Various award cards (four included) could be changed by the operator/bartender. Obviously this particular machine worked on the honor system as the glass could be removed and the dice changed. Displayed also would be the beer of choice that the player could win. Overall in as-found, original condition and finish. Glass possibly incorrect. Pictured in For Amusement Only by Thomas Gustwiller on page 117. SIZE: 11″ l x 7-1/2″ d x 5″ h (excluding bottle and glass). CONDITION: Very fine original condition and in working order. Padlock lacking key. 1-10519 (1,000-2,000)

ENCORE COIN-OPERATED AUTOMATED BANJO. Back in the earlier part of the 20th century, creativity seemed to be at its peak. A multitude of varied and different machines were created, from gambling to arcade to music. This particular machine features a banjo inside an elaborate oak case. When a coin is deposited, the banjo would play a tune. It almost seems absurd and/or unbelievable that a machine like this could be created! The reality is that a paper roll similar to those used on player pianos was responsible for the action of the banjo. Looking at the machine, the Encore banjo is enclosed behind a panel of glass. As the coin is deposited as the curved metal “fingers” pluck away at the banjo to create a rendition of popular songs of the period. Obviously this machine was placed in choice locations of locations, and not just some penny arcade–most likely an exclusive hotel or other places of prominence. The cabinetry is an oak cabinet with much attention to detailing such as inset panels, fancy trims and moldings, serpentine opening front, and cast metal grills in place on front and sides to let the music within escape into the room. These machines are extremely rare and not many have survived. SIZE: 83″ h x 26″ w x 24″ d. CONDITION: Machine has had total overall restoration inside and out. Internal wood barrel covering the mechanics and music roll has been replaced. Wood panel at the rear of the machine is also of newer vintage. Machine is functional, but should be tuned. 1-10404 (50,000-75,000)

MILLS 5-CENT MUSICAL UPRIGHT DEWEY. Patented in 1898, the Dewey was produced by Mills for 20-plus years. Truly one of the most mechanically reliable and attractive of the Mills upright slot machines. A nickel, or up to six nickels, could be played, and if all six slots were selected you were guaranteed a winner; rewards would be anywhere from ten cents to two dollars. This is an earlier version with a paneled quarter-sawn oak cabinet and nickel-plated castings including a plaque stating “MUSICAL CABINET” and a large fanciful frame for viewing the music box. Music was an added feature for these gambling machines, in the hope that the operator could circumvent gambling laws by declaring that the player was actually listening/buying a musical tune. In regards to the music, there are eight tunes and the music box could be set to repeat or alternate different tunes. The music box itself is in need of tuning and has three adjacent missing teeth. The lithographed tin wheel is more aesthetically pleasing than the normal wheel found on Deweys; this particular wheel is known as the “pie wedge” wheel. Original glass with mirror & reverse-painted American shield and inset of Admiral Dewey is overall in very good condition with some flaking. A very impressive and attractive gambling machine, appealing not only to collectors of coin-operated machines but to other collectors as well. SIZE: 66″ h. x 29″ w. x 18″ d. CONDITION: Overall very nice plus with restored oak cabinet and iron castings, music box possibly not original to machine and does not have customary wooden music box platform/enclosure. 1-10314 (20,000-25,000)

MILLS 5 CENT FUTURITY SLOT MACHINE. In the 1930s, all manufacturers of slot machines were looking for a gimmick to retain the player’s attention. Oftentimes brightly painted attractive castings were used, and other times a gimmick was utilized. The Mills Futurity has a visible dial at the top of the machine numbered from 1 to 10. Upon depositing a nickel, if the player did not win, the arrow moved upwards. If by chance the player got the arrow to 10, he would be awarded ten nickels and the dial would reset to zero. Basically, the player was being told that the machine could not cheat them, that it did pay off, otherwise his money would be refunded. Oftentimes the player would get the dial up to 7, 8, or 9, and a small three or five coin payout would occur, thus resetting the dial to zero. This slot machine has an inordinate amount of cherries on the first and second reel, making it very difficult for the player not to win, especially with the slim chance of advancing the arrow to 10. A unique and highly sought after machine by collectors of gambling devices. Machine retains original wood finish and some original orange paint to front castings. Later brown crackle paint enhancement to front castings. Mechanism is intact, operational, and complete. A great gimmick machine from the 1930s! SIZE: 16″ w x 16″ d x 30″ h. CONDITION: Overall very fine plus. 1-10400 (3,000-4,000)

EARLY COUNTER TOP MILLS 5¢ BROWNIE SLOT MACHINE. At the turn of the century the Palmer Cox Brownies were quite the rage, often used on a multitude of various items ranging from soda bottles, toys, advertisements to rubber boots. Mills Novelty Company decided to cash in on their appeal as well and thus produced this gambling machine which is in an oak cabinet, elaborate tin litho dial with Brownie faces on the highest winning payout and a fancy cast iron head accepting up to five coins. If all five slots were selected, a winner was guaranteed. However, varied pay amounts from 2-1 up to 20-1 depending on color chosen (red and black were a 2 to 1 payout). Green, the highest payout (20 to 1) had only 2 slices on the payout disc. A very desirable machine with a handsomely restored wooden cabinet and nickel plated iron castings. The lithographed tin dial with the various colors is in near mint condition, the machine is in functional condition. SIZE: 22″ w x 11-1/2″ d x 30″ h. CONDITION: Overall very fine restored condition, replacement rear back door. 1-10534 (5,500-7,500)

RARE CAILLE MAYFLOWER CAST IRON TRADE STIMULATOR. An early gambling device, circa 1905, similar in nature to the Caille Puritan. However this is a much rarer model and seldom found especially in all original condition! The main difference between the Caille Puritan and Mayflower is that this is a 5-reel machine with card symbols where as Puritan is only a 3-reel machine with either fruit symbols or numbers. The iron cabinet has a cast decoration on front and both sides and is in its original nickel plated finish. A unique triangular coin entry head accepts only nickels; all other coins are rejected out the back base of coin entry head. The iron marquee with reward paper and mirrored back (operator could see cards as well) is intact and original. The rear door/drawer which is marked PURITAN MACHINE CO. DETROIT, MICHIGAN is intact with original lock and key present. Five cent operation is smooth and the paper reel strips are in very fine+ condition with only some minimal loss to first strip. A counter on the upper left front casting indicates amount of plays (27,109) registered and the serial number of this machine is 5038. SIZE: 10″ w x 6-1/2″ d x 11″ t. CONDITION: Overall very good -fine original 1-10537 (8,000-12,000)

MILLS CAST-IRON OPERATORS BELL SLOT MACHINE. In the earlier part of the 20th century, Mills introduced the 3-reel slot machine. Three versions of this machine were manufactured, but basically all were the same excepting the name on the front door. This particular machine, “THE OPERATORS BELL” – as well as “MILLS LIBERTY BELL” & “LIBERTY BELL GUM FRUIT” – is in an ornate cast-iron cabinet. The side view depicts the skyline of New York City with the Statue of Liberty in the foreground; on the upper part of the side casting is a large bell in a belfry. The cast-iron back door (of newer vintage) has torches on either side with a bell in the middle and, of course, the top casting has the trademark owl that is synonymous with the Mills Novelty Co. Normally the iron cabinet is nickel plated. This example has been refinished in a blackened copper and is most attractive. Mechanism contains original tin reel strips and is in functioning order. Original marquee is present but, typical of this machine, the rear supporting legs were damaged and have been re-attached. SIZE: 14-1/2″ w. x 13″ d. x 21″ h. CONDITION: Overall condition is very fine plus, replaced slide behind gooseneck of newer vintage. Fan blade on clock is loose and needs to be secured. Iron castings appear to be free of damage. Lower front casting at one time had some corrosion/pitting. 1-10310 (5,000-6,000)

O’MALLEY “ECLIPSE” GAMBLING TRADE STIMULATOR. A great little clockwork gambling device that was often found in saloons, general stores, etc. in the early 20th century. This unique machine contained within an oak cabinet with nickel trims has two arrows that spin when a penny is deposited in the slot. The player would add the total and then view the “award card” below. If a winning combination was obtained, the bartender/shopkeeper would reward the player with 5 cent cigars. Included with this lot is an original photograph of an O’Malley Eclipse on location in a general store with a seasoned elderly woman in attendance. SIZE: 12-1/2″ w x 6″ d x 19″ h. CONDITION: Overall very fine and working restored condition. Wooden back door is a later replacement. 1-10305 (1,750-2,750)

THE KELLEY “IMPROVED” TRADE STIMULATOR W/GUM VENDOR. Manufactured in the early 20th century for use in country stores, saloons, etc., this gambling device awarded the player a stick of gum every time he played. This subtle dispensing of gum navigated the gambling laws of the time, indicating that this was a mere gum vendor and not a gambling device. Five reels, two of which are blank and the other three having various numbers, the concept being totaling the numbers of the three reels and then viewing the award card to see if one was a winner. Originally there was a very simple marquee (made of turned wire/rods) sitting atop the machine which is now missing. A great money maker for the merchant, as there was virtually no maintenance required other than restocking the gum and an occasional pay-out to the prospective gambler. The oak cabinet has been refinished and iron castings have been replated. Oak paneled back door is a quality replacement. SIZE: 16-1/2″ h. x 13-1/2″ w. x 9″ d. CONDITION: Overall very fine plus and working, reel strips are in good to very good original condition, some staining and fading. 1-10306 (1,600-2,500)

GROETCHEN “POISON THIS RAT” ARCADE MACHINE. A highly sought after arcade device, circa 1940s, featuring Hitler on the front facade. Patriotism at its height during WWII, a unique individual/company produced and distributed not only this machine, but a Bomb the Jap with a likeness of Hirohito instead. Placed in various locations, these machines would lure in those Americans and their intense dislike for the Axis powers. The concept of this machine is a penny is deposited and five “poison” pills to be dispensed to the Fuhrer in hopes of killing him off. A tricky little device based on slopes and runways, hoping to get the pill (small red ball) into Hitler’s mouth. Obviously children as well as adults could compete against another to see who could poison the rat most effectively. The graphics of this machine are incredible. Not only does this machine appeal to collectors of coin-op but other collectors in various categories. The machine retains much of its original finish and overall is in very fine condition. Truly a piece of Americana and part of our history, and a difficult machine to find. Machine is in complete and working order. SIZE: 16-1/2″ w x 11″ d x 24″ h. CONDITION: Overall very good, a couple of minor splits to wooden cabinet. Lacking original wooden back door. Original directions on interior panel. Needing additional small wooden pills/balls as only one is included. 1-10312 (5,000-7,000)

O. D. JENNINGS PAYOUT PINBALL MACHINE. In the mid-1930s Jennings created a “PAYOUT” pinball machine. This particular example has a sportsman motif with ducks, rabbits, pheasants, squirrels, etc. One would shoot a ball in hopes of getting it into certain holes, such as the squirrel, pheasant, etc. If, for instance, you landed in the rabbit holes, you were awarded six tokens and/or six nickels, depending on how the payout system was loaded. Unlike pinball machines of today, these early machines contained no flippers. A little minor twitching, a little shaking, or sheer luck would drop the pinball into the appropriate hole. Of course, these machines were easy to tilt and thus voided any possible reward/payout. Internally quite simple by nature, simple electric contacts indicated the holes in which the balls dropped. Thus the machine would “know” if two balls landed in the duck holes allowing you to win three tokens. One could win only one reward, only the highest winning combination would pay out. Again, this is Jennings’ attempt to navigate gambling laws by declaring this machine to be a matter of skill and clearly stating that “no gambling was allowed”…ha ha ha. SIZE: 42″ h. x 18″ w. x approx. 39” d. CONDITION: Overall pristine original condition. Two exterior aluminum leg caps have minor damage (repaired cracks). Small cash box door possible replacement. Mechanics/electric untested, yet quite simple and most likely in working order. 1-10277 (1,500-2,500)

CAILLE 50¢ NEW CENTURY DETROIT W/ORIGINAL MUSIC. In the early part of the 20th century it would almost be unheard of to encounter a 50¢ gambling machine! Obviously this type of machine was for the “well heeled” gentleman and more than likely was in a very exclusive setting. Furthermore, to have music in said device was not only to navigate gambling laws of the time but to make this machine less offensive, especially if ladies were present. Caille, located in Detroit, Michigan without a doubt made some of the most visually attractive gambling devices during this time period. Oftentimes the Caille firm utilized large ornate castings on the front facade, fancy coin entry heads and other cast iron appointments about the machine, all usually nickel plated and thus garnering a prospective gamblers eye. The iron castings on this machine have been copper plated and then a burnished black oxide applied giving a much richer look as opposed to a bright nickel finish. As mentioned, music was added to circumvent gambling laws. In this case the player was only purchasing a tune and not really gambling. Over the years of use, frequently music boxes for one reason or another were removed from these machines and it is a rarity to find a proper 8-tune music box intact and in operational condition. The machine retains all the correct linkage as well as an external lever to disengage the music box from activating. If a player decided to deposit a coin in all slots he would be guaranteed to win and listen to music as an added bonus. However, if red or black came up, only a 2-1 payout would occur. Thus, although he won, in reality he lost. The odds are determined by the number of color slots on the paper mounted on tin wheel (new paper). The fewer the colors, the greater the odds/payout. The wooden cabinet is constructed of quarter-sawn oak, which has been professionally refinished and the castings have been professionally re-plated to there original appearance. SIZE: Approx. 23-1/2″ w x 14″ d x 68″ h. CONDITION: Overall very fine + restored condition. Music box has been professionally cleaned and tuned. Wooden paneled rear door is replaced. 1-10533 (30,000-40,000)

MUTOSCOPE MONKEY STRENGTH TESTER. A neat machine from the 1940s that was prevalently used at arcades and amusement parks. As you stood on the iron base and pulled the handles upwards, the monkey would climb the coconut tree. The colored lights on the marquee would change from left to right as the monkey climbed higher. If you were a “strong man”, the red light indicating 1,000 would glare brightly and the bell would ring. Obviously for the operator of this machine, it was a cash cow as the kids would gather around, depositing coin after coin trying to outdo the others. Very nice original condition (possible clear coat to wood). Mechanics appear to be functional. Wooden cash drawer on side replaced with metal door. SIZE: 90″ h. CONDITION: Overall very fine original condition. Coin entrance plaque is old but probable replacement. One cent decals added to front facade of machine. 1-10495 (4,000-6,000)

EXHIBIT SUPPLY FLOOR MODEL LOVE TESTER. A classic machine that was often found in the arcades from the 1930s-50s. Of course the young couple walking along had to try this machine out. Most likely originally a penny machine, this has been converted with new coin entry to a 10-cent machine. The young man with his paramour at his side would deposit his coin and squeeze the handle to measure his sex appeal. A popular arcade machine with little maintenance required, thus allowing the operator large profits with little effort. SIZE: 83″ h. CONDITION: Machine has been restored and is attractive and ready to place in the game room. Interior paper facade is a quality replacement and marquee has been professionally restored. 1-10494 (1,500-2,500)

RARE NICKEL-DROP PAY-OUT GAMBLING DEVICE. Of unknown manufacture, but certainly by the style of the wooden cabinet and overall appearance, this machine is definitely from the first quarter of the 20th century, a somewhat complicated mechanism yet simple in concept. Similar to a Clawson “CRACKERJACKS” in which the coin would travel downwards through a series of pins and trip a lever releasing the coins in the visible pocket, this particular machine also has the nickel traveling down a series of pins and activating one of five levers. When said lever is activated there is an internal gear that advances, and every so often (approx. 12th advancement) a token is dispensed and retrieved by player on left side of machine. To the best of our knowledge, this is a unique machine and the only known example surviving today! Internal plate holding the visible tokens in place has been replaced with a piece of sheet aluminum. More than likely, some sort of paper with directions and maker’s name was originally behind the front glass panel. A most unique opportunity to buy a rare and one-of-a-kind gambling machine. One must his artistic license to create an appropriate award card for the front window and a piece of old sheet tin to replace aluminum panel that was put in by an amateur some time ago. SIZE: Approx. 17″ w. x 11″ d. x 19″ h. CONDITION: Great original wood finish to cabinet, split to domed top (easy repair), otherwise minimal nick or chip to cabinet. 1-10479 (2,500-4,500)

CAILLE “HYGIENIC” LUNG TESTER. A Mike Gorski creation. As typical with Mike, he goes to the Nth degree to reproduce an arcade machine. As good as, if not better than the original, this attractive machine features beveled glass panels, quartersawn oak cabinet, a cast and embossed rear panel featuring a strong man of the time period in his loincloth, and all contained upon a marbelized and nickel plated replica Caille pedestal. The concept being that a coin was deposited and the person would blow into the tube, trying to raise the colored liquid indicator within. The tank holding the liquid is made of copper, ensuring a long and trouble-free life. The intent of the machine is to test one’s lung capacity. A wonderful machine for the basement arcade and only a fraction of the price of an original example if one even had the possibility of finding one! SIZE: 71″ h x 13″ w x 12″ d. CONDITION: Overall very fine to near mint. 1-10476 (4,000-6,000)

CASINO FIVE JACKS BY A.B.T. MFG. CO. GAMBLING DEVICE. A knock-off and slightly later vintage of the Jennings Rock-ola or Fields Five-Jacks machines, the concept being the same: deposit a penny in the side slot and flip with your finger, causing the penny to cascade down through a series of nails. If you were so lucky as to get your penny into one of the small pockets under the nails, you would turn the knob on the side, thus releasing a cascade of pennies into the visible pocket under the corresponding upper pocket. Extremely quick playtime, virtually no maintenance, this machine would reap great profits for the operator! Machine has been professionally and attractively restored. SIZE: 20″ h. x 18″ w. x 10″ d. CONDITION: Overall condition very fine plus. 1-10477 (1,000-2,000)

MISC. GROUPING FROM SHONK & CO. Included in this lot are various original and replica award cards, tokens, reel strips, two Mills keys, direction cards, an original shipment notice by Bally, etc. Also included is a letter from Shonk to Becker Brewing Co. dated 1910, and other miscellaneous items. A unique grouping of items that had been buried away for decades. SIZE: Varies. CONDITION: Ranges from fair to near excellent. 1-10454 (100-200)

SEEBURG STYLE “KT SPECIAL” ORCHESTRION. A classic orchestrion with a multitude of instruments produced from approximately 1918 until the late 1920s. This particular model has the following instruments: piano, xylophone, mandolin, base drum, snare drum, tympani (base drum attachment), cymbal, castanets, triangle, tambourine, & Chinese wood block. According to Q. David Bowers (Encyclopedia of Automatic Instruments) this particular style was a top of the line model with the most instruments of any cabinet style orchestrion. A popular model especially with speakeasy operators due to the compact size. Normal pianos required that extra bit of space and protection from harm for a visible keyboard. Encased in a fancy veneered oak cabinet with a leaded art glass front exposing a few of the instruments. A multitude of musical “rolls” could be purchased and easily changed by the operator for the listening pleasure and continued use by the patrons of said establishment. In working order this particular machine was restored about twenty years ago and shows normal wear and tear to the cabinet, as expected a tuning would be quite beneficial. SIZE: 48-1/2″ w x 24-1/2″ d x 65-1/2″ h. CONDITION: Overall very good condition, art glass does have some damage (cracks). 5-10405 (11,000-15,000)

Revised: 6/29/2010

Correction: Is a 4X not a 5X.

NELSON WIGGINS “5X” NICKELODEON. A fine all original “as found” nickelodeon manufactured from the late teens until the late 1920s. As opposed to the “KT SPECIAL” or other similar models produced by other companies, this nickelodeon has fewer instruments but Nelson Wiggins was known for having the highest quality instruments of any of the manufacturers (for this type of musical machine) according to Q. David Bowers (Encyclopedia of Automatic Instruments). The instruments include: piano, banjo attachment (mandolin), snare drum, triangle and a marimbas (xylophone). A popular model used in speakeasies, hotels, private clubs, etc. due to the compact size and availability of many different “rolls” which could be easily interchanged by the proprietor. The cabinet is veneered oak (usually a walnut veneer) with the typical clear glass front. Overall this is a very solid machine in unrestored condition in need of mechanical restoration. The cabinet does have the typical veneer scrapes and minor losses but quite possibly the cabinet could just be cleaned and repaired where necessary. SIZE: 47-1/2″ w x 23-3/4″ d x 63″ h. CONDITION: As mentioned above, currently not functional, clear glass has been replaced. Coin tube has been replaced. 1-10406 (5,000-7,000)

SWISS CYLINDER MUSIC BOX WITH MATCHING STAND. Circa 1878, this gorgeous interchangeable music box likely by Paillard is a single comb music box with burl and ebonized oak case. It features bells, chirping birds, and zither attachment. Matching table is on turned legs and casters and locking drawer containing 3 extra cylinders (each of which plays 8 tunes). SIZE: 35″ l x 10-1/4″ h x 15″ d. Table measures 47″ l x 25-1/2″ d x 29-1/2″ h. CONDITION: Very good to excellent with a few repaired teeth and deep rich tone. Table shows few splits to top and some wear to finish. 1-10489 (6,000-8,000)

POLYPHON COIN-OPERATED MUSIC BOX. Delightful counter top or wall mount music box that plays 15-1/2″ discs (of which 12 are included)in walnut case with tombstone window between turned columns and corner fretwork. Above is a plaque reading “Polyphon, Musik Automat”. Underneath is a locking drawer. Double comb mechanism, set for European coinage but plays with U.S. penny. Retains original crank and key. SIZE: 23-1/4″ w x 34″ h x 12″ d. CONDITION: Overall very good original condition and working. Mechanism needs a little encouragement, but plays well. No broken teeth. 1-10498 (2,500-3,500)

REGINA 15-1/2″ DISC MUSIC BOX. Circa 1899. Serial # 35156. The mechanism includes a stop/start lever and a crank for winding. The double comb mechanism rests within a walnut case (Style 11) with original lid support bracket, working lock, and original glassed picture insert. SIZE: 22″ l x 12″ h x 20″ h. CONDITION: Very good original condition with light chips and scratches; lacking feet and 6″ piece of bead molding on lid. 1-9784 (4,500-5,500)

Revised: 6/29/2010

Correction: Not Union League, possibly by Goodman-Leavitt-Yeatter of Boston (like the racks in the next lot). Not fluted legs.

BRUNSWICK UNION LEAGUE BILLIARDS TABLE. Circa late 1800s. Fresh from a Maine home, this regulation table features carved sides, elaborate fluted urn legs, pyramidal cross hatching and horizontal chain patterns, and leather pockets with rope tassels. Brass plaque reads “Monarch, The Brunswick-Balke-Collender Co., Cushion”. SIZE: 110″ l x 59″ w. CONDITION: Overall very good, wood refinished and with newer felt. One slate (of three) has repaired crack, but does not affect play. 1-10257 (3,000-5,000)

GOODMAN-LEAVITT CUE RACK & BALL RACK. Fancy wall mount accessories for your billiards table. Walnut cue rack with 12 cues and matching multi-shelf ball rack. Each is stenciled with company information from this Boston maker. SIZE: Cue Rack: 38″ w x 63″ h. Ball rack: 26″ w x 35″ h. CONDITION: Very good. Both appear to have old refinish and some chips. Ball rack has a few cracks to the back wall. 1-10258, 1-10259 (500-1,000)

CARNIVAL STEEPLECHASE HORSE. Mid-20th Century cast iron jumper with glass eyes and painted blanket, mane, and other highlights. Purported to have come from Coney Island. Mounted to plinth base of more recent vintage. SIZE: 58″ l x 41″ h on base. CONDITION: Very good with touch up and unknown layers of park paint. 1-10322 (2,000-2,500)

ANTIQUE QUICK MEAL SALESMAN SAMPLE RANGE. This great salesman sample replete in exact detail and built to scale of a full size Quick Meal range. Features ornamental nickel embellished doors, towel rail, vents in back, and trim. Genuine salesman sample stoves such as this are scarce and the Quick Meal model is a particularly pleasing model. SIZE: Approx. 25″ h x approx. 14″ d x approx. 17″ across the front. CONDITION: Complete and very good. Nickel is worn and nicely patinated, a very pleasing look. 8-87636 (4,500-5,500)

SALESMAN SAMPLE B.M. SCOTT SICKLE BAR MOWER. Brass and wood miniature mower with curved spoked wheels trimmed in red, between which is a wooden and brass structure activating and brake levers and long shaft hitch. Brass gear mechanism activates blades and wooden tool box with hinged lid at base of seat shaft. Brass saddle seat is stamped “B.M. Scott, Maker, Auburn, NY”. SIZE: 22″ l x 15-1/2″ w. CONDITION: Very good. Minor chips to wood and paint. End flags partially broken off. Brass tongue attached to post has small break. 1-9853 (4,000-8,000)

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SALESMAN SAMPLE OR PATENT MODEL FERTILIZER DISTRIBUTER. Circa 1910. Invented by C. Ruof (and is so marked) this farm wagon of wood and brass construction was likely intended to be horse drawn. It consists of a wooden trough suspended between two brass wagon wheels and a formed brass saddle seat. A multiple gear mechanism enacts the adjustable sifter in the bed and distributes the product about the ground. Accompanied by early copies of patent papers, schematic drawings, and photos of Ruof’s invention. SIZE: 17″ l x 9″ w. CONDITION: Very good to excellent, hopper bed is detached but an easy procedure to reattach. 1-10539 (2,500-3,500)

SALESMAN SAMPLE HAY RAKE. Delicate and detailed wood model on spoked wheels with row of hinged rake teeth on back that adjust to the shape of the land, or all can be raised at once by depressing the lever. Affixed with raised seat with leather cushion. Label on cross bar reads “E. Randall’s Patent May 23, 1865”. SIZE: 11″ l x 8-1/2″ w. CONDITION: Very good to excellent with minimal chips. 1-10264 (800-1,200)

SALESMAN SAMPLE CRANBERRY SORTER. Miniature model of a cranberry sorter in walnut, brass and steel. Flywheel activates pierced and textured shaker/sifter bed to process the berries that are fed from a conveyor belt at the other end with smaller berries and detritus falling to screen below. A marvelous device that was originally purchased on Cape Cod, Mass. SIZE: 23-1/2″ x 7-1/2″ h. CONDITION: Very good to excellent. 1-9811 (1,500-2,000)

SALESMAN SAMPLE SICKLE BAR MOWER. Brass and wood miniature mower with curved spoked wheels trimmed in red between which is a wood and brass structure, hand and foot levers activating blade, brake etc. Formed brass saddle seat. Post is stamped likely giving maker info, but is illegible. SIZE: 16″ w x 9-1/2″ h. CONDITION: Very good plus. Red areas have old repaint. 1-10274 (2,500-3,500)

SALESMAN SAMPLE STAKE SIDE WAGON BED. Ingenious piece of farm equipment in wood trimmed with brass that when closed is a high wall wagon bed. Sides fold down to create standing platform. An added feature is its original stake sides (as well as front and back stakes) that can be inserted while hinged sides are in the down position. SIZE: 14″ l x 4″ w. CONDITION: Very good to excellent. Possibly some old solder repair to locks. 1-10470 (1,000-1,500)

SALESMAN SAMPLE MACHINE. Possibly for industrial laundry equipment, this wooden model has two wooden tubs/barrels with slat sides on long wooden table, one of which is below elaborate gear and plunger mechanism. A boom above attaches via pulleys to tubs and swings out to move to a different location. Accompanied by a patent application by David Dennison for improved washer but it is unknown whether these go with the model. Also includes tin stencil for the Dennison washer and a photocopy of Dennison’s obituary. SIZE: 11-1/4″ l x 11-1/2″ h. CONDITION: Very good. Wooden gears appear to be seized, maybe missing a small piece or two. 1-10267 (800-1,200)

SALESMAN SAMPLE OR MINIATURE SADLER SAWMILL. Highly elaborate miniature machine with lots of moving parts depicting steam driven mechanism activating vertical saw blade on side platform. Large flywheel activates piston within wooden framework while separate mechanism pulls lumber across the table through the saw blade. Affixed with plaque reading “James Sadler’s Steam Sawmill 12 H.P. 1795″ (not believed to be date of manufacture). SIZE: 16″ w x 18″ d x 19” h. CONDITION: Overall very good. Some replaced and/or restored wood. 1-10468 (2,500-4,500)

SALESMAN SAMPLE MURPHY BED. Delightful miniature of a bed to be built into a wall or as a stand-alone. Early walnut case with shaped sides and routed grooves. When closed “bottom” of bed affixed with old full-length mirror. Upon opening, an old feather mattress is revealed. A great space saving invention. SIZE: 13-1/2″ w x 24″ h. CONDITION: Very good overall. Slight chips and small internal crack at left side hinge. 1-10317 (800-1,200)

SALESMAN SAMPLE CLOTHESLINE. Great innovation for the inner city or anywhere space was an issue. Depicts a balcony banister with an apparatus that would swing out, supporting an aerial type, collapsible clothesline. Retrieve the laundry by swinging it back in. SIZE: 20″ l x 15″ h. CONDITION: Overall very good, one support piece broken, strings need to be replaced. 1-10265 (400-800)

SALESMAN SAMPLE OR MINIATURE CUTTER. Heavy cast iron model with large hand crank on side. Wooden ramp folds out to lead product down chute that draws it into cutting area allowing for equal sides to cut. Back of ramp stamped “W. Model, Stuttgart”. SIZE: 11″ l x 7-1/4″ h. CONDITION: Few wood chips. Works would benefit from a cleaning. Otherwise good to very good and working. 1-10323 (300-500)

PATENT MODEL FOR MOLDING CRUCIBLES. Robert Taylor inventor, dated June 6, 1877, patent number 192,604. Retains original patent tag (corner detached but present) and receiving tag. Vertical brass model with lever leading to spinning pottery platform to form pots. SIZE: 9-3/4″ h. CONDITION: Generally very good with light tarnish. Tags show tears and wrinkles. 1-9812 (400-600)

MINIATURE OR SALESMAN SAMPLE MACHINE IN ORIGINAL CASE. Possibly a press, engraver or silk screening apparatus. Consists of brass table with fully adjustable platform. Side affixed with glass bottle with dipping needle. Engraved in script “Patent Applied For No. 107,335”. Contained within velvet lined wooden box fitted for machine. Plaque on underside of lid reads “R. Burrows, Lawrence, Mass. July 1936”. SIZE: 4-1/2″ l x 3-1/2″ h. CONDITION: Very good to excellent. 1-10266 (400-800)

EARLY 20TH CENTURY STOREFRONT DIORAMA. Purported to be a replica of a real store front in the Milwaukee area at the turn of the 20th century, or the story goes, it was commissioned by the owner to have a miniature copy made for his children. Exceptional attention paid to detail such as opening front door, store shelves, pattern glass clerestory, internal flooring, name applied to front picture window, and other external architectural details. Certainly a fine period piece that would appeal not only to country store collectors, but perhaps to doll collectors as well for display purposes. SIZE: 33-1/4″ w x 31″ h x 16″ d. CONDITION: Overall very fine all-original untouched condition, missing a small piece of molding along front edge. 8-76268 (2,000-3,000)

WESTERN UNION STOCK TICKER. Technically known as “the Western Union Automatic Self-Winding Ticker”. Used throughout the 1920s through the 1940s providing stock quotes and later news and sporting event info. The black painted cast iron base reads “Quotations Furnished by the Western Union Telegraph Co, Apply to Local Manager”. Interior contains elaborate electromagnetic device stamped “35-A” (model number), serial number “8505” and “Mfg By T.A. Edison, Inc.”. Comes with original glass dome and two hand painted wooden signs: “American Stock Exchange” and “New York Stock Exchange”. SIZE: 13-1/2″ h x 8″ dia. CONDITION: Very good with average chipping to base and general oxidation to internal parts. 1-10275 (4,000-6,000)

HOYT’S ANIMATED BLACK CLOCKWORK PICTURE. Of English manufacture during the early 20th century, this is a most deceptive picture when hanging on one’s wall. Slowly the facial expression changes from being simple and humble to a grinning gentleman showing huge lips and an abundance of teeth. To the unsuspecting, they step back and gasp as the series of cams and the clockwork mechanism changes the facial expression radically. Encased behind glass, these pictures usually hung in pubs, saloons, gambling parlors, etc. This particular example has a paper label on the rear indicating the various patents in England, France, Germany, and America. Furthermore, directions are given with the proper and correct operation. When wound, the gentleman would perform for well over an hour. A most unique and different piece and must be seen in person to truly appreciate the ingenuity involved in creating this picture. SIZE: 16″ w x 21″ h. CONDITION: Overall very fine original condition and in good working order. 1-9851 (4,000-6,000)

SOUTH BEND WATCH COUNTERTOP DISPLAY. Marvelous figural pocket watch light-up sign with a reverse on glass “dial” face depicting a watch frozen in a block of ice as testimony to its ability to take a licking and keep on ticking. Manufactured by the Cincinnati Sand Blast Co., Cincinnati, Ohio. Includes a card from the C. C. Markham Jewelry Store, Guilford, CT where it originated from. It is unusual that this piece comes with its original cowl and early white porcelain, wire-wrapped socket. Rarely seen with its complete back end. A scarce and important piece of advertising. SIZE: 12-1/2” w. x 17” h. CONDITION: Some loss of gilt to “bezel” but overall both the display and the reverse on glass paint are in very good condition. Electrical cord needs replacement. 1-9841 (4,000-5,000)

ROCK ISLAND BREWING CO. “CROSS COUNTRY” BEER TIN SIGN. Early chromolithographed self-framed tin sign of two country gents placing a wager on the outcome of a cockfight, with the caption “The Beer You Can Bet Your Money On” suggesting that the odds on favorite for the day would be the stockpile of “Cross Country” beer seen in the background. The Rock Island Brewery of Rock Island, Ill. was founded in 1892 by the consolidation of the neighboring Huber Brewery, Raible & Stengle Brewery and the Atlantic Brewery. SIZE: 20” w. x 24-1/2” h. CONDITION: Very good to excellent with a few very faint vertical lines in the surface sheen and two small nail holes at bottom corners. 1-10409 (1,000-1,500)

BROOKFIELD RYE SELF-FRAMED TIN SIGN. Attention getting image of a beautiful semi-nude woman in transparent negligee, in a classic Greek pose holding a bottle of Brookfield Rye. Lithographed by the Meek Company. SIZE: 23″ w x 33″ h. CONDITION: Very good to excellent. 1-10297 (2,500-3,500)

EARLY ANHEUSER-BUSCH PAPER POSTER. Circa 1880s. One of the first posters ever made for Anheuser-Busch, this large paper poster shows the famous eagle within an “A” logo in a large central medallion in red, white, and blue. Advertising their flagship lager beer, which won various awards at the Philadelphia Exposition of 1876 and the Paris Exposition of 1878, it proudly states “The brewery’s own bottling only bears this label. All corks of brewery’s own bottling are branded Anheuser’s. And all bottles bear a caution label.” SIZE: 43″ h x 28″ w. CONDITION: Some water staining, edge tears, and wrinkling, but overall generally good to very good with bright colors. Considering the age of this poster and its general frailty, its condition is quite nice. 1-10538 (1,500-2,500)

GEORGE WIEDEMANN BREWING CO. TIN SIGN. Fantastic lithographed die-cut tin easel-back sign advertising Wiedemann’s fine beers. Depicting a scowling bespectacled curmudgeon reading a newspaper as two street urchins look on. A bottle of the brew is seen on a dresser to the man’s left. The reverse of the sign is affixed with a tin support so the sign could be displayed on a store counter top. CONDITION: Overall very good plus with exceptional bright colors. Sign exhibits a few minor scratches, shallow corner bends and minor litho loss. 8-76269 (800-1,200)

HENRY CLAY HABANA CIGARS LITHOGRAPH. Circa 1905. Strongly embossed poster sized lithographed advertisement for Julian Alvarez cigars from Havana, Cuba, this sign promotes the “Henry Clay” brand named after the famous 19th century American Statesman and U.S. Senator from Kentucky. A treasure trove of International Exhibition gold medals flank the oval portrait of Henry Clay within a wreath of cigars, cigar boxes and flowers. Klingenberg Lithographers, Detmold, Germany. SIZE: Sight size 20-1/2” w. x 26-1/2” h. in frame. CONDITION: Near excellent. 1-10499 (1,000-1,500)

NEBO FIGURAL CIGARETTE CLOCK. Extremely rare wooden clock manufactured by the Wm. L. Gilbert Clock Co., Windsted, Conn. Of only two known to the cataloger, this one is in better condition with a nice polychromed surface, original pendulum and still bears the original manufacturer’s paper label on the reverse. Pendulum for this clock was originally manufactured with a “tongue” that protruded from the gentleman’s open mouth which made him to appear to be wagging his tongue. SIZE: 7-1/2″ w x 40″ h x 3-1/2″ d. CONDITION: Very good; pendulum has replacement “tongue”. 1-10254 (4,000-8,000)