GUNTHERMANN WIND UP BASS PLAYER.

Gunthermann during the earlier part of the 20th century manufactured a prolific amount of wind up toys with a variety of different subjects or themes. This particular toy depicts a top hatted black dude standing atop of a trapezoidal base playing his musical instrument but when the mechanism is wound his right arm proceeds to activate the bow while his top hat tips and dips upon his head. Painted in vibrant colors this black gentlemen has a somewhat comical look about his face and the toy itself speaks of the political, economical and social climate of the time period, but then again toys for many years were always based on these factors. SIZE: 9-1/2″ t. CONDITION: Overall paint is fair to good with some weak areas that certainly could use some enhancement. Wire extending from body and connecting to arm is loose and needs a dab of glue or a touch of solder to adhere arm to said wire. 1-13719 (850-1,250) – Lot 3274

Auction: Advertising, Toy & Doll - Spring 2014

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

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	3274	$888.75	GUNTHERMANN WIND UP BASS PLAYER. Gunthermann during the earlier part of the 20th century manufactured a prolific amount of wind up toys with a variety of different subjects or themes. This particular toy depicts a top hatted black dude standing atop of a trapezoidal base playing his musical instrument but when the mechanism is wound his right arm proceeds to activate the bow while his top hat tips and dips upon his head. Painted in vibrant colors this black gentlemen has a somewhat comical look about his face and the toy itself speaks of the political, economical and social climate of the time period, but then again toys for many years were always based on these factors. SIZE: 9-1/2″ t. CONDITION: Overall paint is fair to good with some weak areas that certainly could use some enhancement. Wire extending from body and connecting to arm is loose and needs a dab of glue or a touch of solder to adhere arm to said wire. 1-13719 (850-1,250) – Lot 3274 Auction: Advertising, Toy & Doll - Spring 2014 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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GUNTHERMANN WIND UP BASS PLAYER.