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Vintage Japanese Litho Wind-up Tin Toy Dragonfly 1940
s to 1950
s, Japan
Price:$160
$312.32List Price
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 1.5 in (3.8 cm)Width: 6.11 in (15.5 cm)Depth: 3.78 in (9.6 cm)
- Style:Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:Metal,Machine-Made
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1940 s
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor fading.
- Seller Location:Andernach, DE
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU8556236523552
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