$3,000
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Description
20" (51 cm.) A fanciful carousel is richly
decorated with mirrored center pedestal,red sateen
covered base,colorful mercury glass balls,red and
white striped awning decorated with gold metal
fringe and gold ormolu border. Suspended from the
outer edge of the awning are four bisque head
children,each riding a carousel animal,two on
classic ponies,another on a merry pink pig,and the
fourth on a glass-eyed bunny. When wound,the
carousel twirls about in a merry way,and music
plays. Excellent condition,some staining on
awning,costumes a bit dusty,mechanism and music
function well. There is an original label on the
base "Au Paradis des Enfants..." indicating the
toy was presented by the luxury Parisian toy
store. A rare and absolutely charming vignette
with wonderful decorations and delightful music
and motion.