American Cast Iron Mechanical Toy by Gong Bell

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9" (23 cm.) The cast iron toy with heart-shaped spoke wheels supports a red dog house with shingled yellow roof and cast iron dog attached on a chain, and a green ground cover with cast iron cat; a bell is hidden below the base. When pulled along, the bell rings, and the dog moves in and out of his doghouse as though challenging the cat. Condition: generally excellent, original painted finish albeit worn, mechanism functions well. Comments: Gong Bell, American, circa 1900. Value Points: rare and amusing American toy with original finish.