#75

German Lithographed Tin Carousel with Original Miniature Bisque Dolls
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17" (43 cm.) The pressed tin toy three-seat carousel is surmounted by a tin roof with colorful lithographed scenes and a flag stand with two waving flags; above a center lattice pedestal with revolving wheel hidden below, and having three metal swings, each with its attached 5" bisque doll with painted features and original costumes. When the hidden wheel is manually turned, the swings revolve merrily about. Generally excellent, slight wear on tin finish. Circa 1900.