KEYSTONE “WORLD GREATEST CIRCUS” TRUCK.

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)

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
	3145	$17,250.00	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) 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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