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19th Century Romanian Polychrome Wooden Rocking Horse
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Charming 19th century Romanian hand carved wooden rocking horse. Featuring a colorful polychrome finish on a base decorated with a floral m...
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19th Century Romanian Folk Art Antique Toys and Dolls

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Wood, Lacquer

Bonzo Chad Valley Comic Toy, 1930s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Chad valley comic Bonzo toy dog from the 1930s. This cream velvet fully jointed Bonzo toy has airbrushed features and a red felt tongue. He's jointed at ...
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Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Toys and Dolls

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Velvet

Limited Edition Kids Cart 22K in Gold, Steel & Bronze by Christopher Kreiling
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The 22K Gold plated Cart for Kids is the ultimate luxury accessory and usable sculpture. The Cart is made of 22-Karat Gold plated stainless steel and brass with smooth ball bearings...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Post-Modern Toys and Dolls

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Gold, Brass

Hermes Stuffed Toy Hermy Horse
Located in Munich, DE
Hermes Hermy The Horse small plush toy 100% authentic. The outside is 100% acrylic, while the inside is 100% polyester, as shown on the label. The hors...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Toys and Dolls

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Acrylic

Vintage Porsche Carrera Pedal Car by Giordani
By Giordani
Located in Antwerp, BE
Vintage Porsche Carrera pedal car by Giordani Bologna Italy. A white vintage Porsche toy pedal car circa 1970 - 1980. This old pedal car type Porsche 911 ...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Toys and Dolls

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Plastic

Stunning Austrian Christmas Paper mache Santa St.Nicholas Candy Container 1920s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
This vintage St.Nicholas, Santa Claus candy container made of composition, cardboard and Papermache was made in the 20th century and is a charming addition to any Christmas collectio...
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20th Century German Folk Art Toys and Dolls

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Composition

Rocking Horse and Pull Toy, Antique, German, 1900s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
An amazing rocking horse made of wood covered in cow hide. Its saddle and reins and tack are all leather while the bit and stirrups are metal. The horse has inset glass eyes and rest...
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Early 20th Century German Toys and Dolls

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Hide, Wood

Large French 19th Century Hand Carved Wooden Fragment of a Marionette
Located in Buisson, FR
Very nice handcarved fragment of a marionette. France, circa 1850. Weathered, small losses and old repairs Measurement include the wooden base.
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19th Century French Folk Art Antique Toys and Dolls

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Textile, Wood

Hen on Nest Tureen Doll House Accessory Antique German, 1910s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A petite antique German doll or doll house accessory. Made of depression glass. Nice for every decoration in your dollhouse or doll kitchen. It is in ver...
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1910s German Art Nouveau Vintage Toys and Dolls

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Glass

Japanese Ichimatsu Doll of a Little Boy Dressed in a City Kimono, circa 1950
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Japanese Ichimatsu doll depicting a little boy wearing a city kimono. Step back in time and embrace the captivating charm of this vintage Ichimatsu doll, crafted circa 1950. Depict...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Toys and Dolls

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Porcelain, Fabric, Silk

1970s Handmade YO-YO Toy Exotic Wood Style Don Shoemaker
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1970s Modern Handmade YO-YO Toy Exotic Wood in the style of Don Shoemaker 1.5 w x 3.5 diameter Preowned vintage condition unrestored. Refer to images listed.
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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Toys and Dolls

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Wood

Asian 19th Century Ningyo Doll With Head Dress
Located in Lake Worth Beach, FL
Beautiful Asian 19th Century Ningyo doll with head dress. Great textile details. Nice addition to your classical Asian inspired interiors and table tops.
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19th Century Japanese Other Antique Toys and Dolls

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Cotton

Popeye rare cloth rag doll, 1950s
Located in Firenze, IT
Popeye rare cloth rag doll USA 1950s Cloth, sponge, plastic pipe H 100 cm - 56 x 30 cm Conditions: overall good conditions consistent with age and use
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1950s American Folk Art Vintage Toys and Dolls

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Fabric

Lacquered iron rocket, France early 20th century
Located in Firenze, IT
Lacquered iron rocket France early 20th century Probably part of an old amusement park attraction. wooden stand included 37 cm Conditions: good overall conditions, a bit of rus...
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1930s French Folk Art Vintage Toys and Dolls

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Iron

Antique City Hall Park Union Depot Wind Up Tin Street Trolley Car & Box c1900
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique City Hall Park 175, Union Depot Wind Up Painted Pressed Steel Summer Trolley Clockwork Toy Trolley Car by the Morton E. Converse Co. (Winchendon, MA), in original dovetailed ...
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Early 20th Century North American Toys and Dolls

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Steel, Tin

Hermanos Calavera Jefe in Oiled Mahogany by Miguel and Ilse Silva for Wooda
Located in Omro, WI
These handsome but quirky brothers designed by Miguel and Ilse Silva for Wooda are the result of an engaging mix of personality, love, fun and mischievousness. Los Hermanos Calavera ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Toys and Dolls

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Hardwood, Mahogany, Maple, Oak

Hermanos Calavera Jefe in Oiled Walnut by Miguel and Ilse Silva for Wooda
Located in Omro, WI
These handsome but quirky brothers designed by Miguel and Ilse Silva for Wooda are the result of an engaging mix of personality, love, fun and mischievousness. Los Hermanos Calavera ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Toys and Dolls

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Hardwood, Maple, Oak, Walnut

Hermanos Calavera Diablo in Oiled Mahogany by Miguel and Ilse Silva for Wooda
Located in Omro, WI
These handsome but quirky brothers designed by Miguel and Ilse Silva for Wooda are the result of an engaging mix of personality, love, fun and mischievousness. Los Hermanos Calavera(...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Toys and Dolls

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Hardwood, Mahogany, Maple, Oak

A Wonderful Old French Pull Along Circus Elephant
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
A Wonderful Old French Pull Along Circus Elephant Our charming fellow has a a very worn felt coat/saddle and a matching head dress, he sits on red tin w...
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1920s Arts and Crafts Vintage Toys and Dolls

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Felt

Exceptional Set of 24 Unique Hand-crafted Marionette Heads, Italy, 19th Century
Located in London, GB
An extraordinary and exceptional museum-quality set of twenty four unique handcrafted Marionette puppet heads, Bergamo, Italy, 19th Century. Hanging height of between 85cm and 1...
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19th Century Italian Antique Toys and Dolls

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Metal

Oversized Wooden Chess Set, 1980s USSR
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large oversized folding wooden chess set made in the USSR in the 1980s. Box unfolds into chess board. Good condition with nice surface patination on board...
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1980s American Vintage Toys and Dolls

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Wood

Stunning Large Santa Claus Belsnickle Candy Container German Christmas, Vintage
Located in Nuernberg, DE
This vintage Belsnickle Santa Claus candy container made of composition, cardboard and wood was made in the 20th century and is a charming addition ...
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20th Century German Folk Art Toys and Dolls

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Composition

Steiff plush Cockerel, Germany 2012
Located in Delft, NL
Steiff plush Cockerel, Germany 2012 A large Steiff "Knopf im Ohr" plush Cockerel measuring 48 cm high up to and including the comb. The Cockerel is made from the finest soft plush i...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Toys and Dolls

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Fabric

Early 20th Century English Folk Art Jigger Doll
Located in London, GB
Early 20th century English Folk Art jigger doll A wonderful example of a unique Folk Art handcrafted jigger doll we have lovingly ...
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1930s British Folk Art Vintage Toys and Dolls

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Pine, Paint

Lavishly-Filled German Wooden Grocery Dollhouse Store Toy 1900s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A beautiful grocery shop room box, painted and stained wood with lithographed wall and floor papers, side stair case and upper gallery, some drawers on rear w...
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Early 1900s German Folk Art Antique Toys and Dolls

Materials

Porcelain, Fabric, Wood

Large Vintage Wooden Child's Toy Truck
Located in Porto, PT
Large vintage wooden child's toy truck in a wonderful original condition.
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1960s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Toys and Dolls

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Rubber, Wood

Shepherd & Wooly Sheep Putz Toy Set Antique German Christmas 1900s, original Box
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Antique German set of eleven Putz stick-legged sheep with a shepherd boy and his dog. All of them are genuine antique German Christmas nativit...
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Early 1900s Austrian Folk Art Antique Toys and Dolls

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Composition

4 sets Children Toy Blocks, De Stijl, Amsterdam School, Berlage, 1920's
By De Stijl, Ko Verzuu, Theo van Doesburg, Gerrit Rietveld
Located in EINDHOVEN, NL
4 Very nice and decorative toy cubes boxes in two sizes. 1920s the Netherlands. Kropholler, Berlage, de Klerk, Kramer, Gerrit Rietveld, Theo van Doesburg, De Stijl. 2 Large boxes 9,...
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1920s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Toys and Dolls

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Wood

Antique Chinese Mahjong Game Set in Fitted Carved & Polychrome Painted Wood Box
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique Mahjong set is unsigned and documentation shows it to have originated from China and date to approximately 1900 and done in the Chines...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Toys and Dolls

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Softwood, Bakelite

Eastlake Carved Wooden Rocking Horse
Located in Copake Falls, NY
An Eastlake period carved rocking horse made of fruitwood. Beautifully carved throughout with attentive backward facing ears, round eyes and a cur...
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Early 20th Century American Eastlake Toys and Dolls

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Fruitwood, Paint

Lot of Eight Miniature Antique German Dollhouse Toys Accessories 1900s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
This rare and exquisite miniature set of 8 antique German Dollhouse Miniatures is a must-have for Dollhouse and Doll collectors and enthusiasts al...
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Early 1900s German Folk Art Antique Toys and Dolls

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Pewter

20th Century Toy Car
Located in Copenhagen, K
Beautifully colored metal toy cars. The one of the left from Lehmann is sold, the other one from Germany marked G & K on the side of the car is still a...
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20th Century American Toys and Dolls

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Metal

Krampus Companion of Belsnickle Figure Austria & German Christmas Vintage
Located in Nuernberg, DE
This unique Christmas figurine from Austria features a handmade figurine of the Christmas character Krampus, Belsnickle's companion. The vintage pi...
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20th Century Austrian Folk Art Toys and Dolls

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Composition

Melodic Elegance: Antique German Sheet Music Book - Early 20th Century, 2C06
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Immerse yourself in the rich musical legacy with our Antique German Sheet Music Book from the beginning of the 20th century. Published in Leipzig by C.F. Peters, this edition feature...
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20th Century Toys and Dolls

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Porcelain

Set of 6 Rare French 19th Century Antique Doll Carriages
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Bought in the south of France this set of antique doll carriages are an enchanting collection with wooden handles, original paint, and working wh...
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19th Century French Antique Toys and Dolls

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Metal

Set of 2 Antique Miniature German Boule Biedermeier Dollhouse Chairs, 1860-1890s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
This rare and exquisite miniature antique German wooden Boule set of Chairs with fine golden transfers, dated about 1860s to 1890s. Made by one of the famous German toy...
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1890s German Folk Art Antique Toys and Dolls

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Wood

Antique Kestner DEP 154 Bisque Doll with Sleepy Eyes from Germany
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An antique Kestner doll with bisque head and leather body and sleepy eyes that open and close. She has a bisque shoulder head, blue sleep eyes, ...
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Early 20th Century Toys and Dolls

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Porcelain

1960’s Japanese friction bat mobile by ASC Aoshin
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Rare and collectable toy tin friction car by asc aoshin of Japan circa 1966. Presented in original unboxed condition. Some very minor bumps and scuffs but amoung the best examples y...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Toys and Dolls

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Tin

Porcelain Doll Pin Cushion
Located in New York, NY
A porcelain little girl doll pin cushion, circa early-20th century. This porcelain doll, with pin cushion dress, is shown with beautiful face, rosey cheeks, baby blue bows in hair, o...
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Early 20th Century Toys and Dolls

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Porcelain, Fabric

Antique Dollhouse Biedermeier Boule Furniture Sofa, German 1860s - 1890s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
This rare and exquisite miniature antique German wooden Boulle sofa with original velvet upholstery and fine golden transfers, dated about 1890. Made by one the famous German toy...
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1890s German Folk Art Antique Toys and Dolls

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Fabric, Velvet, Wood

Antique Miniature German Boule Biedermeier Dollhouse Secretary Desk, 1860-1890s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
This rare and exquisite miniature antique German wooden Boule Secretary Desk with fine golden transfers, dated about 1860s to 1890s. Made by one of the famous German toy...
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1890s German Folk Art Antique Toys and Dolls

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Wood

Elegant Vintage Porcelain Doll, Blue and White Beauty from the 20th century 2C05
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Immerse yourself in the charm of a bygone era with this Vintage Porcelain Doll, a delicate beauty hailing from the middle of the 20th century. ...
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20th Century Toys and Dolls

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Porcelain

Antique rocking horse toy in polychrome wood, Italy
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Antique toy horse, hand-carved with underlying bars and rocking movement, hand-built in solid and polychrome wood, provenance from Piedmont (Italy),...
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18th Century Italian Antique Toys and Dolls

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Poplar

Set of 3 Vintage Southern African Beaded Dolls
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Traditionally made by Ndebele, Zulu and other southern African tribes, these beautiful beaded dolls are used to encourage fertility and instruct girl...
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Late 20th Century Toys and Dolls

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Wool, Plastic, Beads

Charming Vintage Porcelain Doll - 42cm, 20th Century, Pretty in Pink- 2C01
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Embrace the enchantment of a bygone era with our Vintage Porcelain Doll. Standing gracefully at 42cm x 16cm x 6cm, this lovely doll captures the essence of the 20th century in every delicate detail. Dressed in a delightful pink ensemble, she exudes a timeless charm that adds a touch of nostalgia to any collection. Crafted with care and preserved in good condition, this porcelain doll is a testament to the enduring beauty of quality craftsmanship. Her expressive features and elegant posture make her a captivating addition to your cherished possessions. Whether you're a doll collector...
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20th Century Toys and Dolls

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Porcelain

Pierre Cardin Playing Cards
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Original 1970s Pierre Cardin playing cards in a fabric case. Elegance and style that is common with the major fashion house and the late Pi...
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1970s Japanese Vintage Toys and Dolls

Materials

Plastic

Mobo Prairie King Rocking Horse Toy, England, 1960s
Located in Antwerp, BE
1960s Mobo Prairie King Rocking Horse Toy. This Rocking Horse was made in England by D.Sebel & Co LTD Mobo Toys. This metal horse toy is standing on a frame with springs to rock. With a red saddle and a gold colored saddle cloth or caparison. Made in England is also pressed in the trapping. A midcentury vintage metal toy...
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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Toys and Dolls

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Metal

Antique Victorian Child's Baby Doll Pet Cradle Brass Bed
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Victorian Child's Baby Doll Pet Cradle Brass Bed. Circa 19th Century. Measurements: 24" H x 15" W x 29" D.
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19th Century Antique Toys and Dolls

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Brass

Midcentury Friction Tin Litho Soft Top Toy Car Fiat 600 by Bandai Japan
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous and in near mint condition Fiat 600 with a rollback cloth convertible top. From a lot of seventeen that were probably stored from day one, and never played with. Made by Ban...
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1960s Japanese Industrial Vintage Toys and Dolls

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Metal

(4) Early Vintage All Original Toy Cars. Porsche, Limo, Lehman Sedan, Race Car
Located in Incline Village, NV
All four toys cars are being sold for one price; as a lot. Please see descriptions below. Videos available on request (they display operation). 1) Early Vintage Chein Company All Tin Toy Wind-Up Limousine, American, Circa 1930 This is one of the earlier, New York City based, J. Chein Company, tin toy pieces. They started doing lithography in 1930. This toy wind-up sedan was made circa 1930 and is brightly lithographed and painted in red and yellow, with grey and red balloon wheels. All tin, this car is quite scarce and well proportioned and stream lined with a visor over the windshield, a fancy checkered, red and yellow running board, and three cut out windows to each side of the car; very luxurious and cool looking. Markings consist of "N.J.-44"; the word "Stop" in a logo of some kind; and Chein logo attesting to "Made in U.S.A." manufacture. (see image). Also "marked" and of note are the tires "Chein Balloon Cord" "U.S.A." and "33 x 6 00.6 Ply" Car is from my own collection and is in very good and all original condition with no touch-up paint or repaint, and no restoration of any kind; fabulous colors and presence. The car works fine; see video for operation of the limousine (on request).. Dimensions: 7 1/4" long x 3 1/2" wide x 3" high 2) Rare 911 Porsche Friction Tin Toy by Bandai Toy Co. Made in Japan Circa 1960's Offered here is a whitish/cream colored friction tin toy 911 Porsche circa 1960's, marked at the bottom; "Porsche" in addition to the Bandai Toy Company logo embossed, along with "Made in Japan" designation being noted. The Bandai Toy Company is a post war toy company established in Taito, Japan circa 1950 and is still conducting business today, albeit, it has shifted from toy manufacturing to video toy accessories. This is a very rare toy and is coveted by collectors of both toys and fast cars. Except for the odd and minor scratch here and there, the toy is in very nice, all original condition with absolutely no restoration or touch up to the paint or mechanism (see images). The action and friction functionality works well (see video on request). Motor and engine mechanics and nomenclature are colorfully displayed through the plastic rear trunk window (see image); while the colorful interior can be seen through the side window. Car is all tin, with rubber tires and plastic windows. Dimensions: 10 1/4" long x 4" wide x 3 1/4" high. Note that this toy doesn't become available very often and the few that have turned up in recent years , don't work. 3) Vintage Free Wheeling Green Lithographed All Tin Racing Car. French, Circa 1930 Circa 1930's free wheeling green lithographed all tin racing car, with attached pressed steel driver; it is probably of French manufacturer (the only time I have seen for sale was from a French toy dealer). This scarce toy has markings resembling early racing cars with the streamlined style graphics in yellow and green; standard grill; exhaust four manifolds to each side, and a spare tire attached to the rear; looks like an early Le Mans type car with the spare (see images). Other markings include the number "3:" on each side; "510 x 1" on the rear tire"; and probably the makers mark and logo, which I can't identify, on the top right behind the driver (see images). Not being a wind-up or a friction toy, this racing car was pushed across the floor by hand or/and used as an accessory in a toy train layout setup. The car is in excellent and all original condition (remarkable for a nearly 100 year old floor toy), with no dents, no touch-up paint and absolutely no restoration.. Provenance: From my own collection of toys and banks, having been purchased 33 years ago in 1990. Dimensions: 8 1/4" long x 2 1/2" wide x 2 1/2" high 4) Lehman Auto "Ito" Sedan, Germany, circa 1913 This hand-painted German tin toy was manufactured by the "Lehman Toy Company" in Brandenburg, Germany beginning in 1913. It was made for a number of years after that, enjoying about a 20 year run. Entitled "Ito" it operates by winding up the attached key wind mechanism, placing it on the floor, and watching it go. The car is in very good all original condition with no repairs and no repaint. It runs well. There are a number of markings on the car including "Lehman" with the corresponding logo and the number 679 on the rear. The side of the has the patent information "Pat'd 12 May 1903; 13 Sept. 1904; and U.S.A. 2 Dec. 1913". Hand-painted nicely in red and black with black and gold trim; the hand-painted driver is in blue with flesh tones to the face. Dimensions: 7" long x 3" wide x 3 1/2" high. Note: After 40 plus years of dealing and collecting toys, I am justly qualified to guarantee and present the authenticity of antique and vintage toys and banks; important considering the fakes and reproductions in the marketplace it would behoove an enterprising collector, dealer, or decorator to take advantage of the opportunity to buy as many of the vintage tin...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Folk Art Toys and Dolls

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Tin

Midcentury Tin Litho Toy Car by Bandai Japan Chevy Convertible C1957
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous and rare to the market near mint tin Litho toy car by Bandai Japan. A Chevy Convertible that was never played with so it is in excellent vintag...
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1950s Japanese Industrial Vintage Toys and Dolls

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Metal

18th Century Naples Italy nativity figure
Located in London, GB
18th Century Naples, Italy nativity figure A larger than normal late 18th Century Italian nativity figure. Hand carved articulated pine joint limbs,...
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18th Century Italian Folk Art Antique Toys and Dolls

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Pine

Set of 4 Antique Miniature German Boule Biedermeier Dollhouse Chairs, 1860-1890s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
This rare and exquisite miniature antique German wooden Boule set of Chairs with fine golden transfers, dated about 1860s to 1890s. Made by one of the famous German toy...
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1890s German Folk Art Antique Toys and Dolls

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Wood

Charming French Papier Mache and Wood Large Antique Horse, 19th Century
Located in London, GB
With original leather bridle, saddle, head-dress and accompanying booklet. A wonderful thing, beautiful patina.
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19th Century French Antique Toys and Dolls

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Leather, Wood, Paper

Lionel O Gauge 3-Rail 6-31966 Holiday Tradition Special Train Set New Never Used
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Lionel O Gauge 3-Rail 6-31966 Holiday Tradition Special Train Set New Never Used. Circa 2004. Measurements: Box: 8" H x 25" W x 17.5" D.
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Early 2000s Modern Toys and Dolls

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Plastic

Tin Spinning Top Toy , Disney Characters by LBZ, Western Germany
Located in Antwerp, BE
Vintage Tin spinning top toy with lots of Walt Disney characters: Mickey Mouse, Goofy, Pluto, Donald Duck. This Tin Toy was produced in Weste...
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Mid-20th Century German Toys and Dolls

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Tin

Antique Miniature German Boule Biedermeier Dollhouse Bed Room Furniture 1860-90s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
This rare and exquisite miniature antique German wooden Boule Bedroom Furniture set with fine golden transfers, dated about 1860s to 1890s. Made by one of the famous German toy companies. A very lovely Furniture set for antique dolls and for dollhouses. Measurements given in dimensions section refers to the bed. The small Vanity desk...
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1890s German Folk Art Antique Toys and Dolls

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Wood

Miniature Bimini Glass Antique German Hand-blown Decanter Set for Dollhouse
Located in Nuernberg, DE
This rare and exquisite miniature antique German Bimini decanter set is a must-have for Dollhouse and Doll collectors and enthusiasts alike. With its b...
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Early 1900s German Folk Art Antique Toys and Dolls

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Glass

Antique, New and Vintage Toys and Dolls

Antique, new and vintage toys and dolls of years past — handmade folk-art toys such as wooden train sets, dolls, rocking horses and more — can be enjoyed by the young and old alike.

Children as well as nostalgic grown-ups are still finding pleasure in toys and objects designed specifically for playtime that are, in comparison to today’s digital device-oriented distractions, far more modest in nature. In contemporary interiors, gently aging toys are wonderfully uncomplicated decorative objects primed for display in a cabinet or other case piece.

With their romantic appeal and frequent incorporation of natural materials, some vintage toys and folk-art toys are treasured collectibles, showcasing the beauty of handmade craftsmanship. Alongside other works characterized as folk art — in this case, visual art, typically reflective of a community’s culture and usually handmade by craftspeople working within a popular tradition — handcrafted vintage toys are historical works of art worthy of any collector’s mantel. These are toys that tell a story of the time in which they were produced and the people who produced them.

Like any artifact, toys provide a window into the past. The ornamental dolls of the Victorian era, for example, produced in Germany and England, made of ceramics such as porcelain and dressed in textured fabrics, speak to the fashion of the era and will add a pop of color and a decorative flourish to the neutral corners of your home.

Mid-century modern toys and dolls are as sophisticated as the widely cherished furniture of the era. As much as they thought good design for the home should be available for all, iconic American design duo Charles and Ray Eames believed in making durable and interesting products for kids too. Today, their Eames Elephant is available from Vitra and Herman Miller, and it doesn’t even require a digital screen.

Explore a unique collection of antique, new and vintage toys and dolls as well as folk-art toys on 1stDibs.

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