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Lovely Japanese Ningyo Doll/Tanaka Doll of Samurai Warrior, 19th/20th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Includign original cabinet Great Ningyo doll. With label Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Period: Meiji Periode (1867-1912), Taisho Periode (1912-1926) Origina...
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19th Century Antique Toys and Dolls

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Porcelain

American Salesman Sample Late 19th Century Wooden Flat Bed Cargo Wagon
Located in Incline Village, NV
Salesman Sample : Late 19th century. American (4) wheeled hand carved all wooden horse drawn flat bed cargo wagon, in excellent condition with original red st...
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1890s American Folk Art Antique Toys and Dolls

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Wood

Colorful Waldorf School Tractor with Movable Front Axle, 1950s Germany
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Old painted Waldorf school wooden toy tractor with movable front axle from Germany. 1950s / 1960s.
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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Toys and Dolls

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Metal

Large Kokeshi Doll XL Size Hand Painted Wood Japan Showa 48cm
Located in Poperinge, BE
Beautiful large hand made and painted kokeshi doll from the late Showa period (1926-1989), XL size of 48cm! Circa 70s-80s, Japan, signed at the bottom by the maker. Specific areas h...
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1970s Japanese Showa Vintage Toys and Dolls

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Wood

Antique German Bisque Doll 370 A & M-2/OX-DEP Armand Marseille, Ric#003
Located in Norton, MA
An original Armand Marseille doll, etched into the bisque at her nape is her edition number “370 AM-2/0X-DEP”. Bisque head and hands. Her feet wear pe...
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1910s German Vintage Toys and Dolls

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Composition

Pair of rare Sosaku Kokeshi, Japan, 1970s
Located in Lyon, FR
Beautiful pair of big size Sosaku Kokeshi, made in the 1970s by great Kokeshi masters, each have been awarded prizes by the Primer Minister of Japan. Hand-carved and hand-painted, th...
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1970s Japanese Japonisme Vintage Toys and Dolls

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Wood, Paint

1960s Scandinavian Hanging Doll Bell Hand Crafted Art Pottery
Located in Chula Vista, CA
AMBIANIC presents Vintage Doll Shaped Scandinavian Bell Handmade Art Pottery  Unmarked. 13.5 with rope 7.5 h without rope x 3 w x 2.5 Unrestored preowned...
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1960s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Toys and Dolls

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Pottery

Vintage Handmade Humpty Dumpty Wooden Shelf Decor
Located in Seattle, WA
Unique vintage handmade Humpty Dumpty wooden shelf decor. Vintage patina and character. Vintage condition as pictured. Listing is for described item only.. Box H6 Dimensions. 7.5" W...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Toys and Dolls

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Wood

1970s Spanish Bamboo Wheeled Children's Trolley
Located in Marbella, ES
1970s Spanish bamboo wheeled Children's Trolley.
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Late 20th Century Asian Toys and Dolls

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Bamboo

Leather Giraffe 20th Century, England
Located in Brussels, Brussels
Superb leather giraffe from England from the 20th century from the 50's Very nice giraffe in superb condition which has a very beautiful patina. The bl...
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Mid-20th Century English Aesthetic Movement Toys and Dolls

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Leather

Twin Pops Seesaw
Located in Miami, FL
The twin pops seesaw is part of the pop-up park series created to inspire play. The seesaw is not only intended for children, but designed for adults,...
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2010s American Post-Modern Toys and Dolls

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Stainless Steel

Mechanical Bank "Pelican, " Made of Cast Iron, circa 1878
By John Gerrard
Located in Incline Village, NV
The Pelican Mechanical Bank is made of cast iron and was manufactured by The J. & E. Steven's Manufacturing Company, in Cromwell, Connecticut in 1878. It was, however, created by John Gerard of the Trenton Lock & Hardware Company in Trenton, New Jersey. This is probably the best example I've had for sale and is in excellent all original condition and paint. Often times the top beak of the pelican is replaced or repaired this example has the original beak. There were several variations made of the figure in the pelican's mouth. This is the "mammy" example. The bank was finished in both a gold and a dark...
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19th Century American Folk Art Antique Toys and Dolls

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Iron

Kay Bojesen Beech Toy Wagon 'a Family Trip', 1950s, Denmark
Located in Esbjerg, DK
This Wagon designed by Kay Bojesen in the 1950s features four characters in a wagon: mother, father and their two sons. This items has been loved and played with for many years and t...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Toys and Dolls

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Beech

Italian 19th Century Lit De Presentation, Presentation Bed
Located in Round Top, TX
A charming later 19th century Lit De Presentation - Presentation Bed from Venice, Italy. Such a wonderful piece was used to formally "present" the infant at his baptism. This bed wil...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Toys and Dolls

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Wood

Small Olive Wood Dice Set by Marcela Cure
Located in Geneve, CH
Small Olive Wood Dice Set by Marcela Cure Dimensions: W 19 x D 19 x H 7 cm Materials: Olive Wood with Malachite inlay. Our Small Dice set is composed of 9 (6cms) wood dice with malachite inlays. Acrylic tray included. Nothing better than having fun, and if you can do it...
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2010s Colombian Post-Modern Toys and Dolls

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Malachite

"Dancing Dog" Vintage Windup Toy. American, Circa 1925
Located in Incline Village, NV
"Dancing Dog" is a fairly scarce toy to acquire, especially in this excellent condition and working order. Windup toy is lithographed and hand painted in colors of black and greenish grey, and the name "Spot" is printed in bold letters on the red collar. This is American made in the 1920's having been manufactured by the Lindstrom Company of Bridgeport, Connecticut; established in 1913. Markings to each side of the dog reveal its genesis; "The Lindstrom Tool and Toy Co.; Made in U.S.A." "Patent Applied For"; on the other side is "Dancing Dog". "Dancing Dog" is in excellent condition and is completely original with no repairs or repaint. It works perfectly and is quite amusing. To operate; wind up the attached key on the side, a couple of times; with front legs in the air, place down by his hind legs on a hard surface and watch "Spot" dance. He carries on for quite some time, dancing around in a circle and then side to side. (see attached video accompanying the listing). Dimensions: 5 1/4" wide x 4" high x 2 1/4" deep. Provenance: From a recently acquired discerning West Coast Collection of tin toys. See my other listings of over 100+ vintage toys and antique children's toy savings banks from which to chose. 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 children's playthings; important considering the fakes and reproductions in the marketplace. My toys operate properly and are as stated and accurately described. it would behoove an enterprising collector, dealer, or decorator to take advantage of the opportunity to buy as many of the vintage tin toys...
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1920s American Folk Art Vintage Toys and Dolls

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Tin

Vintage Raj Hand-Crafted Stuffed Cotton Embroidered Elephant, India, 1950
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage Raj Hand-Crafted Stuffed Cotton Embroidered Elephant, India, 1950. Anglo Raj vintage hand-crafted stuffed cotton embroidered elephant, India, 1950. Handmade in Rajasthan, India, colorful fabric elephant toy. Vintage small elephant stuffed cotton embroidered and decorated with small mirrors, great collector piece. Anglo Raj, small stuffed elephant...
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Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo Raj Toys and Dolls

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Fabric

Child's Learning Desk Chalk Board, Accessories "Writing School Slate Desk" C1875
Located in Incline Village, NV
Child's rectangular lap top learning desk made by the Shepherd Company, New York, circa 1875. Hinge top lifts up to reveal a double sided chalk board, the interior houses an inkwell ...
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1870s American Victorian Antique Toys and Dolls

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Wood

Keith Haring Iconic Pop Shop Magnets, c. 1985 — Set of 6
Located in Chicago, IL
Keith Haring Iconic Pop Shop Magnets, c. 1985 — Set of 6 Sold at the Pop Shop in New York, c. 1986 (dated 1985). New and unopened, still sealed in the original plastic wrapping. Feat...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Toys and Dolls

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Plastic

Mid Century Tin Litho Windup Toy by Louis Marx "Jumpin Jeep" C 1950
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous colorful and full of unpredictable moves when fully wound. Louis Marx toy company was prolific during the mid century era producing a full array of tin windups. In excellent...
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1950s American Industrial Vintage Toys and Dolls

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Tin

Heinrich Fisher & Co Woman in Apron Antique Windup Tin Toy Collectables 1920s
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
An antique windup tin toy depicting a woman or maid in an apron designed by Heinrich Fisher & Co. When the toy is wound with the key, the woman walks. Made in Germany, circa 1920s. A...
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1920s German Vintage Toys and Dolls

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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

1950s Spanish Metal Dog Toy with Ball
Located in Marbella, ES
1950s Spanish metal dog toy with ball.
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Toys and Dolls

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Metal

Art Deco Steelcraft Metal Pull Toy, the 'Little Giant Zeppelin'
By Murray Ohio Manufacturing Company
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This large antique metal pull toy zeppelin was manufactured by the Murray Ohio manufacturing company during the 1930s in the Art Deco style and marked stee...
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Toys and Dolls

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Steel

Dutch silver miniature coffee pot by Johannes Hendrik Bing, 1847-1878
Located in Delft, NL
Dutch silver miniature coffee pot by Johannes Hendrik Bing, 1847-1878 A Dutch silver miniature coffee pot with filter and lid. The coffee pot and the filter with floral decoration. ...
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Mid-19th Century Dutch Antique Toys and Dolls

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Silver

Vintage Spiral Gumball Machine
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Spiral Gumball Machine Vintage Spiral Spin N Drop Gumball Machine - allows all kids to see the gumball make its way down without blinking an eye. Cool piece to add to a play...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Toys and Dolls

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Metal

"Drummer Boy" Tin-wind-up Toy by Louis Marx, New York City, circa 1940's
Located in Incline Village, NV
This 1940's "Drummer Boy" brightly colored lithographed tin wind-up toy capitalizes on the popularity of marching bands, spawned from World War II and the preponderance of patriotism...
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1940s American Folk Art Vintage Toys and Dolls

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Tin

Pair of Creative Kokeshi by Usaburo, Japan, 1990s
Located in Lyon, FR
Beautiful pair of Creative Kokeshi made in the 1990 by Usaburo. Colorful and creative designs, with this peculiar haircut that is almost Usaburo's signature. They have been each one ...
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1990s Japanese Japonisme Toys and Dolls

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Wood, Paint

Mid-Century Vintage Child's Scooter
Located in San Francisco, CA
Steel child's size scooter. In excellent vintage condition, over painted in the original red color. Scooter appears to not have any makers marks, American, 1940s.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Toys and Dolls

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Steel

1960s Set of 12 Wood Toy MONKEYS Danish Kay Bojesen Era Jointed Teak & Oak
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1960s Set of 12 Wood Toy MONKEYS Danish Kay Bojesen Era Jointed Teak & Oak Collection is from different countries; most are from Japan. Some have labels remaining. 5 large 5 medium ...
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1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Toys and Dolls

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Oak, Teak

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

Rubber Dachshund - Possible Pirelli rubber
Located in Lugo, IT
Rubber dachshund. Possible Pirelli rubber. Horseshoe logo and made in Italy. Good condition. Thanks
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1960s Italian Vintage Toys and Dolls

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Rubber

The Haunted Mansion Bathroom
Located in London, GB
Original artwork acrylic and ink on art board for The Haunted Mansion Bathroom This art work was used to create a print sold at Disney theme park. The...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Toys and Dolls

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Paint

The Haunted Mansion Bathroom
The Haunted Mansion Bathroom
$2,752 Sale Price
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French Vintage Black Vilac Coupe Chauffeur H6C 1930 Wooden Model Car
Located in Sofia, BG
Vintage wooden model of black Coupe Chauffeur H6C 1930 with Hispano Suiza label. 12.5/38/15 ??. France.
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Late 20th Century French Art Deco Toys and Dolls

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Wood

"Lady and Baby by The Wishing Well" Still Bank, German, circa 1910
Located in Incline Village, NV
Very interesting wooden still bank with lots going on. All hand-carved of wood with four small circular risers elevating the base. There is a water pump with a bucket hanging from it and a metal pumper attached to the top. A hand-carved and painted brown pine tree is attached at the opposite corner with a large water well to the other corner. A lady with outstretched arms and a "King Cole" type headdress seems to be reaching out to her baby dressed in green who is lying down on top of the well, next to the coin slot. Perhaps she is about to bathe her. A bird looks on from atop the perch protruding from the pump. Dominant hand painted colors are different shades of brown and all original with no repaint. Very nice all original paint and condition with a small chip missing here and there to this handmade, kind of "folksy", and very well done bank (see images). A round circular key lock trap for releasing the coins is on the underneath, along with "Wishing Well German" handwritten on the opposite corner (see image). Whether written by an earlier collector or maker is not known. Dimensions: 4" square x 3 5/8" high. A unique one of a kind piece to add to a collection of still banks and a nice addition to a Folk Art collection (from my own collection). I am a leading specialist in the field of antique coin...
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1910s German Folk Art Vintage Toys and Dolls

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Wood

English 19th C. Children's Teak & Cane Chairs -Great Decor Accents or Display!
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of 19th century English children's chairs. This pair of antique English chairs feature cane seat and backs with curvy teak wood frames. The...
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19th Century English Antique Toys and Dolls

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Cane, Wood, Teak

1930s Hand Painted Tinplate Car
Located in Marbella, ES
1930s hand painted tinplate car.
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Early 20th Century European Toys and Dolls

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Sheet Metal

19th Century wooden dollhouse cabinet filled with pewter and bear
Located in Delft, NL
19th Century wooden dollhouse cabinet filled with pewter and bear A cabinet painted with the look of pine, made of soft wood with 2 doors in the low...
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19th Century Dutch Antique Toys and Dolls

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Pewter

Mechanical Bank "Saluting Sailor", circa 1920s
Located in Incline Village, NV
This mechanical bank "Saluting Sailor" was manufactured in the 1920s by Saalheimer & Strauss Company in Germany. It is in excellent all original condition and brightly hand painted in colors of red, white, blue, yellow, and grey. There is an ever so slight crease to the left on dial. The bank operates as follows: Press down on the lever in front just beneath the steering wheel. The sailor raises his right arm and lowers his left arm revealing a slot on the right side of the bank where the sailor's left arm was, inviting the deposit of a coin (see image). Release the lever, and the arms return to their original position (see image). Coins are removed via the original key lock trap. The bank measures: 6 3/4" high 4 7/8" wide 2" deep I am a leading specialist in the field of antique mechanical coin banks...
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Early 20th Century German Folk Art Toys and Dolls

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Tin

German Tinplate Clockwork Wind Up Toy by the Lehman Co. "Balky Mule" Circa 1909
Located in Incline Village, NV
Perhaps the wildest action of all the Lehman toys, said to resemble Ernest Paul Lehman's temperament (founder of the company), "Balky Mule" was first manufactured in 1897 in Berlin (Brandenburg), and had a multi decade run; this example is from around 1909 (see image with markings to the rear of the carriage). The toy is catalogued as "EPL #425" and documented on page 59 and 60 of the book "Lehman Toys" by Jurgen & Marianne Cieslik, published in 1982. To operate the toy; wind up the attached clockwork key on the underneath of the carriage and place the toy on the floor. Do not over-wind and be gentle, as the toy is aggressive and over 100 years old. The toy will go backwards and forward, and the clown will pop up and down as the cart goes in several different directions across the floor until it winds down (see video accompanying the listing for guidance). The toy is found broken and/or inoperable, more often than not, because of the rough action, and typical abuse by children (after all, it was a toy). This example is in very nice original condition and works well. The lithography and hand paint is bright and original with no touch up or repaint. The hand paint is; flesh tones to the face of the clown, red trousers, orange hair, and grey paint to the seat of the carriage. The clothing to the clown figure is still intact and all original. The lithography to the wheels features brightly colored clowns and a German marking logo. What is really unusual is the fact that the donkey still has all four of its loosely attached original legs, considering the aggressive action of the toy. The metal on the donkey is actually treated with "fabric like" paint, to simulate fur. All in all this is a really cool toy and a "must have" for the collector of tin toys, or someone who simply wants a wonderful example of an early, "turn of the century" iconic wind up toy. Provenance: Recently acquired from a prominent toy collection in Los Angeles, California Dimensions: 7 1/2" long x 3" wide x 5" 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 children's playthings; 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 1900s German Folk Art Antique Toys and Dolls

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Tin

Vintage Mniature Dollhouse Blue Cottage Fully Furnished
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Vintage handmade blue cottage miniature dollhouse , fully decorated and with lights.
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1950s American American Classical Vintage Toys and Dolls

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Wood

1900s Antique Terracotta Horse San Luis Potosi Mexico
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1900s Antique Terracotta Majestic Horse on Wheeled Platform San Luis Potosí Mexico Collectible Toy Sculpture 8 H x 8.5 W x 3 d Terracotta horse. Mounted ...
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Early 20th Century Toys and Dolls

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Terracotta, Wood

Vintage Asian Geisha Japanese Figurine Collectible Doll 1950s
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage Asian Geisha Japanese Figurine Collectible Doll Mounted on black wood base. Vintage Geisha Madame Butterfly Opera House Japanese Doll Figurine. Vintage Asian Japanese lady with traditional silk kimono. Hand sewn and dressed in an elegant red, black and gold pinned silk kimono. Black hair rolled in traditional Japanese Geisha style. This handcrafted silk doll is a Japanese Geisha doll...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Anglo-Japanese Toys and Dolls

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Textile

"Lady Seated in Chair Reading" Money Box/ Still Bank by A. Biagioni, Circa 1925
Located in Incline Village, NV
Penny bank made by Italian Angelo Biagioni for the French market (see image with marking on the back of the chair), circa 1910. Biagioni, born in 1870, was a well known sculptor who crafted objects for resale to the European market. Money boxes (or still banks as they are called in America) were one of the more unique and more difficult items to find by this artist as most objects were basic uni-dimensional sculptered pieces. What makes it more rare is the unfortunate requirement to break and smash the bank open to get the coins out, as there was no mechanism to remove the money. The subject matter of the bank is that of a nicely dressed older lady seated in a chair reading a book. The bank is in all original condition and paint with no restoration or touch-up of any kind. This is a nice addition to any bank or toy collection, or simply to have as a "stand alone" unique item. Dimensions : 4 1/4" deep x 3 3/8" wide x 8 5/8" high. Note: After 40 plus years of dealing and collecting toys and banks, I am justly qualified to guarantee and present the authenticity of antique and vintage still banks...
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1910s French Folk Art Vintage Toys and Dolls

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Pottery

1960s Traditional Japanese Wood Doll Dento Naruko Kokeshi
Located in Chula Vista, CA
AMBIANIC presents 1960s Japanese Wood Doll Narugo Kokeshi signed 17.5 h x 5.25 diameter Original vintage condition Refer to images listed.
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Toys and Dolls

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Wood

Steiff collection Cats, Germany, Mid 20th Century
Located in Delft, NL
Steiff collection Cats, Germany, Mid 20th Century Five cats, 4 of which are filled with straw. Two Tom-cats (1, the smallest is right hind leg defective) Black with arched back. 17 ...
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Mid-20th Century German Toys and Dolls

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Fabric

"Boy Riding An Alligator" Vintage Wind-Up Toy by J. Chein Co., N.J., Circa 1935
Located in Incline Village, NV
Manufactured circa 1935 by The J. Chein Company in Harrison, New Jersey, this vintage tin toy, when wound up, depicts a young boy in islander garb, trying to ride an alligator who da...
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1930s American Folk Art Vintage Toys and Dolls

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Tin

Mid-Century Modern Wooden Rocking Elephant
Located in Doornspijk, NL
This stylized elephant is an original variation to the classical rocking horse. It would be great fun for children to ride on its back (as you can see by its tail that has suffered ...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Toys and Dolls

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Pine

Vintage Tin Wind Up Toy by Lindstrom, "Dancing Katinka" American, Circa 1930
Located in Incline Village, NV
Antique toys like this (wind ups) are difficult to find in outstanding operating condition as this one (see the video attached) because of the rough play they would have received from the children who owned them. In very good and all original condition and paint in green, white, yellow, and flesh tone; the paint and lithography has no touch up or repaint of any kind; there is zero restoration. To operate, just turn clockwise the attached clockwork wind up key on the back of the girl and the she dances around in a circular motion for quite some time. "Dancing Katinka" is an all tin wind up toy...
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1930s American Folk Art Vintage Toys and Dolls

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Tin

1955 "Space Commander" Rocket Ship Kids spring riding toy, Wonder Horse Style
By Del Williams
Located in Buffalo, NY
Unusual and rare 1955 "Space Commander" Rocket Ship Kids spring riding toy, Wonder Horse Style made by Delphos Bending Company,, Totally original,, origin...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Toys and Dolls

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Metal

Early 20th Century, Antique Wooden Rocking Horse
Located in Leuven , BE
The rocking horse was made in the first half of the 20th century in the United Kingdom. The ears and the reigns are in light brown leather. The main and the tail of the horse are mad...
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Early 20th Century British Toys and Dolls

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Leather, Wood

Vintage Handmade Peruvian Couple Folk Art Dolls
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage Handcrafted Peruvian Couple Folk Art Collectible Dolls. Handmade vintage collectible Cusco Peruvian dolls feature stuffed bodies, sewn-on faces, and braided black yarn hair. ...
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Mid-20th Century Peruvian Folk Art Toys and Dolls

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Fabric

20th Century French Vintage Dark Red Wooden Truck Model, Table Décor
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A dark red model truck of an antique French lorry with opening doors and removable back part, in good condition. Hand crafted in wood and hand painted. Min...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Toys and Dolls

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Wood, Paint

Rare Decorative Vintage Coin Saver Mid century Modern Umbrella Bank Original Box
By Banthrico Inc.
Located in San Diego, CA
A very cool and unique conversation piece, never used the umbrella bank's original box and key to open it, the chrome on the top is worn due to age but this item was never used, has ...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Toys and Dolls

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Metal

Rare Biedermeier Bathing Doll, Porcelain, c. 1820, Germany
Located in Hamburg, DE
This exquisite Biedermeier porcelain bathing doll, dating back to around 1820, is a fascinating piece of early toy history. During the 19th century, these dolls were used as floating...
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1820s German Biedermeier Antique Toys and Dolls

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Porcelain

Antique Doll House, AC-0149
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Antique Doll House Item #: AC-0214-03 Dimensions: 29”W x 19”D x 30”H
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19th Century Antique Toys and Dolls

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Wood

Vintage French Pedal Car, 1950s — Restored Metal Body with Rubber Tires
Located in Northport, MI
A beautifully restored midcentury French pedal car, dating from the 1950s. Featuring a streamlined silhouette reminiscent of early Grand Prix racers, ...
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Toys and Dolls

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Metal

Mechanical Bank "Child's Clock Bank" Japan, circa 1950s
By Marusan
Located in Incline Village, NV
A unique and quite scarce bank, made in Japan by the Marusan Company for the American market in the 1950's; this all tin bank is known as (according to the gr...
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1950s Japanese Folk Art Vintage Toys and Dolls

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Tin

Petite Art Deco Flapper Girl Pin Cushion Half Doll
Located in Devon, England
Very delicate and petite Art Deco flapper girl, half nude with black bob hair cut without stretched arms. An unusual size and beautifully detail...
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Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Toys and Dolls

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Ceramic

Real Toscana Sheep Fur Rabbit Toy Made to Order
Located in Sebastopol, CA
Design commissioned by JG Switzer from a Ukranian plush toy artist, and sewn in our workshop from fluffy fur scraps, Little JG Rabbit is for Bigs and Littles...
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2010s American Arts and Crafts Toys and Dolls

Materials

Fur

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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