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Description
10" (25 cm.) box. 3" people. A wooden box with green paper cover unfolds to form into a four-
step platform; a drawer at the back opens to reveal two paper-mache characters suspended
from decorative bars. When the figures are placed on the steps,they balance each other,tumbling
and then righting themselves in an enchanting manner. Condition: generally excellent.
Comments: French,mid-19th century. Value Points: rare early toy in exceptional original
condition,with beautifully-painted costumes enhanced with gilt paper edging.