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Tinplate Motorcar Toy by Johann Distler, 1930s
$27,513.84
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An incredibly rare tinplate stylized racing car toy by the company Johann Distler, in cream livery, with driver in traditional driving attire, lithographed detailing, marked number 35 with running board, bumpers and Dunlop 935 x 135 tyres and side mounted spare, and license plates J.D.N 3715.
This is the largest model Distler made and this is the rare, deluxe version, with working headlamps, in extraordinary original condition, German, circa 1930s.
Additional note: The company Johann Distler KG was established in Nuremburg in Germany in 1895. The Distler company started as a penny-toy manufacturer and specialized in lithographed tin toys. Distler's range of products comprised of over 500 items, the most famous being the street organ player.
Details
- CreatorJohann Distler KG (Designer)
- DimensionsHeight: 7.88 in. (20 cm)Width: 19.69 in. (50 cm)Depth: 5.91 in. (15 cm)
- StyleArt Deco (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques
- Place of Origin
- Period
- Date of Manufacturecirca 1930s
- ConditionWear consistent with age and use. Excellent, unplayed-with and original condition.
- Seller LocationLondon, GB
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