#487

German Painted Tin Mechanical Toy
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5 1/2" (14 cm.) A red metal frame with gold spoke wheels supports two little carts with gilt interior upon which are seated two little boys with painted costumes and caps,having hinged arms and legs,and leaning forward on the handle bars of their carts. When wound,the cart propels along and the little boys lean forward and back as though pedaling their scooters. Excellent condition,original paint well-preserved,mechanism functions well. Germany,early-20th century.