CLOCKWORK “BROADWAY & 5TH AVENUE” OMNIBUS BY GEORGE BROWN.

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)

Auction: Advertising, Toy & Doll - Spring 2010

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
	3070	$37,375.00	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) Auction: Advertising, Toy & Doll - Spring 2010 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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