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Period: 19th Century
Fine Quality Antique French Toy "Dancing Couple", circa 1880, Rare
Located in Incline Village, NV
One of a kind, fine quality antique toy, "Dancing Couples" is of French manufacture, it is marked in raised lettering "A.L. Paris" at the top of the base. It is also very similar to several French toys noted in "Antique Toys" by Jeffrey Levitt, and the young lady's face is almost identical to the bisque face on a French toy referenced on page 209 plate #372. This outstanding toy consists of two figures, a young man resembling Napoleon Bonaparte, and a young lady, dressed in period clothes with bisque (porcelain) faces and heads and wooden legs. The base is some type of metal composite consisting of a cast lead alloy. The polychromed hand painted blue and red metal dance floor is also a lead alloy. The wire stands supporting the figures is of ferrous metal. The bisque faces are very lifelike with flesh tones and blue eyes, rosy cheeks to the lady with bisque auburn hair. He is dressed in original period Napoleon type military clothes...
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American Victorian Antique 19th Century Toys and Dolls

Materials

Metal

Antique French Marionette
Located in Houston, TX
We found this wonderful 19th century French marionette in Rouen France. The puppet, and its art form, have been a mainstay of French cultural life f...
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French Folk Art Antique 19th Century Toys and Dolls

Materials

Fabric, Wood

19th Century Child s Platform Rocking Horse "Glider". American. Circa 1875
Located in Incline Village, NV
Of American manufacture, circa 1875, this authentic children's platform rocking horse "glider" is hand carved of hard wood, and has a hand craft...
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American Folk Art Antique 19th Century Toys and Dolls

Materials

Wood, Leather

Marx "Wonder Cyclist" American Circa 1930
Located in Incline Village, NV
Marx "Wonder Cyclist" is the earlier version of this wind-up "Boy on a Tricycle" toy; and not to be confused with the later version by Unique Art called "Kiddy Cyclist". This toy featured is MUCH more rare and more sought after by collectors of early tin wind up toys...
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American Folk Art Antique 19th Century Toys and Dolls

Materials

Metal

Sheep Shepherd Grulich Christmas Nativity Figure Lot, mid 19th Century Folk Art
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Beautiful Antique Grulich Nativity Figures — Late 19th Century Shepherd, mid 19th Century Sheep This rare and culturally significant set of nativity figures originates from the his...
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Czech Folk Art Antique 19th Century Toys and Dolls

Materials

Wood

19th Century Teddy Bear
Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire
19th century Teddy bear with charming time worn patina
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Belgian Antique 19th Century Toys and Dolls

Materials

Fabric

1890s Victorian Porcelain Dolls Frozen Charlotte Japan Germany, Set of 3
Located in Andernach, DE
Beautiful set of 3 antique porcelain dolls, so called ''Frozen Charlottes'': they originate in Germany, where they would be put into the pudding (or a...
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Victorian Antique 19th Century Toys and Dolls

Materials

Porcelain

Lot of Five Sheep Nativity Putz Toy Antique German Erzgebirge Christmas 1880s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Antique German set of five Putz stick-legged sheep. All of them are genuine antique German Christmas nativity scene figures. As they are all old, most show the expected signs of age and use. This is a fabulous set of stick-legged sheep with dust covered body . The sheep have a sturdy stick leg construction, with all sheep having their original stick legs and have not been repaired. They all have hand-painted composition faces. The Measurements given in the dimensions section refers to the tallest sheep. This extraordinary set dates from around 1880 and was made in the Erzgebirge area (Ore Mountains) in Germany. This is a nice addition to any Christmas Decoration or just for your collection of old German toys. For explanation: Putz items, by true definition, were any figures or buildings that when displayed together, told the Biblical story of the birth of Christ. The term today is loosely used for any item that is used under a Christmas tree to create a Christmas “garden” or “yard.” Buildings, homemade or mass produced, composition figures and animals, bottle brush trees and any assortment of various accessories, possibly a toy train and usually a Nativity set at the heart of the display are just a few things that might spark one’s creativity when designing a “putz” for under the tree. Elaborate “putz” scenes reached their heights in the 1920s and 1940s. Today you will generally find them under the trees of diehard collectors of antique Christmas items...
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German Folk Art Antique 19th Century Toys and Dolls

Materials

Composition

Large and Impressive 19th Century Pond Yacht
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
A large and impressive 19th century Gaff Rigged pond Yacht. Varnished and green painted hull, raised on a wooden stand.
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English Antique 19th Century Toys and Dolls

Materials

Wood

Chinese Doll, 19th century, handmade, from a famous collection in the U.K.
Located in Central England, GB
This superb large decorative doll like figure is a rare and well provenanced piece. it was once part of the collection of curiosities from the famous Jamaica Inn, Cornwall. This sup...
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Chinese Chinese Export Antique 19th Century Toys and Dolls

Materials

Silk, Wood

19th Century Painted Wood Carousel Swan Child s Seat with Bell
Located in Atlanta, GA
Whimsical 19th century Continental painted and carved wood swan form carousel seat with bell.  
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European Antique 19th Century Toys and Dolls

Materials

Wood

19th Century, Little Bicycle Made of Solid Wood with Metal Wheels
Located in Sofia, BG
19th century, little bicycle made of solid wood with pedals, adjustable seat and stable front part.
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French Antique 19th Century Toys and Dolls

Materials

Wood

Lovely circa 1880 Victorian Walnut Games Compendium Chess Horse Racing Dice
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this original Victorian games compendium with a complete suite of games. This is a very well made and ...
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European High Victorian Antique 19th Century Toys and Dolls

Materials

Walnut

Fetching Folk Art British 19th Century Rocking Horse with Glass Eyes
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Wonderful 19th century nursery rocking horse having charming detailed head with a dished face and flared nostrils. He retains his original saddle and leather stirrups and is mounted ...
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English Antique 19th Century Toys and Dolls

Materials

Glass, Wood

Antique Victorian Key Wind Mechanical Large Black Bear Child s Toy, As Found
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique mechanical toy is unsigned, but presumed to have been made in Europe, possibly England or Austria in approximately 1880 and done in...
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Austrian High Victorian Antique 19th Century Toys and Dolls

Materials

Metal

Rare Biedermeier Bathing Doll, Porcelain, c. 1820, Germany
Located in Hamburg, DE
This exquisite Biedermeier porcelain bathing doll, dating back to around 1820, is a fascinating piece of early toy history. During the 19th century, these dolls were used as floating...
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German Biedermeier Antique 19th Century Toys and Dolls

Materials

Porcelain

Architectural Models Arms, Armor and Weapons Aviation Objects Books Collectible
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
Antique French cage with singing automaton bird This vintage French songbird mechanical automaton is a beautiful collectible that will add charm to any room. Made in France, it dates...
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French Belle Époque Antique 19th Century Toys and Dolls

Materials

Metal

19th-Century Dutch Silver Miniature Set of Biscuit Tins on a Tray
Located in Delft, NL
19th-Century Dutch Silver Miniature Set of Biscuit Tins on a Tray Miniature tray with two biscuit tins, round and rectangular, on a tray, all scalloped and engraved. Dutch silver ha...
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Dutch Antique 19th Century Toys and Dolls

Materials

Silver

American Pottery Pig Bank, Circa 1880 s
Located in Incline Village, NV
American pottery still bank in the shape of a pig, used for saving coins (usually pennies) to encourage children the importance of thrift. Pottery still banks are somewhat scarce since the typical way to remove coins was to smash the bank open, albeit, with this particular example, perhaps a knife was used for coin removal (note the wear to the coin slot---see images) or perhaps the additional wear is also from many coins having been deposited. The bank is in good all original condition , from an unknown potter (unmarked) circa 1880's, and probably a variant of #633 "Two Toned Pig" in Andy Moore's "The Penny Bank Book" written in 1984 when collecting pottery banks...
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American Folk Art Antique 19th Century Toys and Dolls

Materials

Pottery

Antique Colonial Figural Painted "1820" Wooden Baby Doll Cradle
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Colonial Figural Painted "1820" Wooden Baby Doll Cradle. Circa Late 19th Century. Measurements: 15" H x 21.5" W x 16" D.
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Unknown Other Antique 19th Century Toys and Dolls

Materials

Wood

Splendid 19th Century Anglo-Indian CHESS BOARD TABLE
Located in Madrid, ES
19th Century CHESS BOARD TABLE in ebony wood with bone applications. Small flaws. good condition Dim.: 52.5 x 37.5 cm.
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Indian Anglo-Indian Antique 19th Century Toys and Dolls

Materials

Wood

Royal Crown Stamped Victorian Oak Games Compendium Chess Cards Dominos Checkers
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this original Victorian games compendium with a complete suite of games, the case is stamped to the front...
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English Victorian Antique 19th Century Toys and Dolls

Materials

Oak

Mechanical Bank Speaking Dog By The Shepard Co Ca 1885; with Original Wooden Box
By Shepard Hardware Company
Located in Incline Village, NV
Manufactured in 1884 by the Shepard Hardware Company in Buffalo, New York, this cast iron mechanical bank measures 7 1/8" long and is in excellent all original condition and paint, especially considering that the Shepard Company did not use a primer rendering their surface more vulnerable than say, the Steven's Company. There is no touch up or repaint, and no restoration of any kind. Colors of bright red on the dress, flesh tones, tan colored dog, and maroon base are all very bright and crisp. The bank is accompanied by the original wooden box in which it was originally shipped; a very special find and charming piece of Americana. Rare to find the original box. The bank and box came directly from an estate and the original owner, and I have owned it since then for over 35 years. The theme of the bank depicts a young Victorian girl playing with her golden retriever. It is one of only four antique mechanical banks...
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American Folk Art Antique 19th Century Toys and Dolls

Materials

Iron

Lot of Five Deer Hunter Putz Toy Antique German Erzgebirge Christmas 1880s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Antique German set of five Putz stick-legged Deers and a Hunter. All of them are genuine antique German Christmas nativity scene figures. As they are all old, most show the expected signs of age and use. This is a fabulous set of stick-legged deers with dust covered body. The animals have a sturdy stick leg construction, with all of them having their original stick legs and have not been repaired. The Measurements given in the dimensions section refers to the Hunter figure. This extraordinary set dates from around 1880 - 1890s and was made in the Erzgebirge area (Ore Mountains) in Germany. This is a nice addition to any Christmas Decoration or just for your collection of old German toys. For explanation: Putz items, by true definition, were any figures or buildings that when displayed together, told the Biblical story of the birth of Christ. The term today is loosely used for any item that is used under a Christmas tree to create a Christmas “garden” or “yard.” Buildings, homemade or mass produced, composition figures and animals, bottle brush trees and any assortment of various accessories, possibly a toy train and usually a Nativity set at the heart of the display are just a few things that might spark one’s creativity when designing a “putz” for under the tree. Elaborate “putz” scenes reached their heights in the 1920s and 1940s. Today you will generally find them under the trees of diehard collectors of antique Christmas items...
Category

German Folk Art Antique 19th Century Toys and Dolls

Materials

Composition

Spanish, 1850s Fair Carousel Wooden Dog
Located in Marbella, ES
Spanish, vintage hand painted wooden dog with stuck out tongue, from an old fair ground Carousel.
Category

Spanish Mid-Century Modern Antique 19th Century Toys and Dolls

Materials

Wood

Large Antique Victorian Hand Made in England Pond Yacht with Original Oak Stand
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer this lovely original Victorian Pond Yacht with period oak Stand ready for rebuilding A very good looking and well made piece, this has been used as decor...
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English Victorian Antique 19th Century Toys and Dolls

Materials

Oak

Antique 19th Century Bisque Doll on Stick with Musical Box Jester Marotte
Located in Munich, DE
This rare bisque porcelain doll , a so called Marotte, was created out of bisque porcelain in 1880 ca. The doll is dressed as a jester, the two ...
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Antique 19th Century Toys and Dolls

Materials

Porcelain, Fabric

Set of 6 Rare French 19th Century Antique Doll Carriages
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Bought in the south of France this set of antique doll carriages are an enchanting collection with wooden handles, original paint, and working wh...
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French Antique 19th Century Toys and Dolls

Materials

Metal

19thc Doll Buggy in Original Paint
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This amazing all original painted and hand made construction doll buggy or carriage and is in fine condition.
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American Folk Art Antique 19th Century Toys and Dolls

Materials

Wood

19th Century wooden dollhouse cabinet filled with pewter and bear
Located in Delft, NL
19th Century wooden dollhouse cabinet filled with pewter and bear A cabinet painted with the look of pine, made of soft wood with 2 doors in the low...
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Dutch Antique 19th Century Toys and Dolls

Materials

Pewter

19th C Original Painted Checkerboard
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th C Original painted checkerboard.
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American Folk Art Antique 19th Century Toys and Dolls

Materials

Wood, Paint

Dutch silver miniature coffee pot by Johannes Hendrik Bing, 1847-1878
Located in Delft, NL
Dutch silver miniature coffee pot by Johannes Hendrik Bing, 1847-1878 A Dutch silver miniature coffee pot with filter and lid. The coffee pot and the filter with floral decoration. ...
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Dutch Antique 19th Century Toys and Dolls

Materials

Silver

19th Century Dutch silver miniature kettle on stand
Located in Delft, NL
19th Century Dutch silver miniature kettle on stand A Dutch silver miniature kettle on stand. ( a Bouilloire). The kettle with fixed lid with a swan on it is hanging in the base, wh...
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Dutch Antique 19th Century Toys and Dolls

Materials

Silver

"Peg-Leg Beggar" Mechanical Bank, American, circa 1880
Located in Incline Village, NV
"Peg-leg Beggar" 19th century cast iron mechanical bank was probably inspired by the many disabled Civil War veterans begging for their subsistence. The bank was manufactured by the ...
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American Folk Art Antique 19th Century Toys and Dolls

Materials

Iron

"Organ Bank" with Cat and Dog, circa 1882, American
By Kyser Rex Co.
Located in Incline Village, NV
This American cast iron bank known as "Organ Bank" (Cat and Dog), was manufactured by Kyser & Rex Company, Frankford, Pennsylvania in 1882. It conforms exac...
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American Folk Art Antique 19th Century Toys and Dolls

Materials

Iron

Antique J. E. Stevens Creedmoor Mechanical Bank C1877
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique J. E. Stevens Creedmoor Mechanical Bank Unsigned C1877. Measures- 10.5"L x 3"W x 6.75"D. This is an antique Creedmoor mechanical bank, attributed to J. E. Stevens, cir...
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Antique 19th Century Toys and Dolls

Materials

Metal

American Salesman Sample Late 19th Century Wooden Flat Bed Cargo Wagon
Located in Incline Village, NV
Salesman Sample : Late 19th century. American (4) wheeled hand carved all wooden horse drawn flat bed cargo wagon, in excellent condition with original red st...
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American Folk Art Antique 19th Century Toys and Dolls

Materials

Wood

Mechanical "Artillery Bank" by J &.E. Stevens, ca. 1890, All Original
Located in Petaluma, CA
This wonderful bank has been in my collection for over 30 years, and I have had much fun playing with it. Made by the noted cast iron maker J.& E Stevens. These banks were sold to ...
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American Other Antique 19th Century Toys and Dolls

Materials

Iron

Miniature Cast Iron Linen Press with Schildkröt Doll, 1890-1900
Located in Delft, NL
A miniature cast iron linen press with Schildkröt doll, 1890-1900 An antique miniature mangle linen press, circa 1890-1900, made of cast iron with 2 wooden shelves and wooden roll...
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European Antique 19th Century Toys and Dolls

Materials

Iron

19th Century Italian Articulated Wooden Figure
Located in London, GB
19th century articulated wooden figure We are proud to offer a rare survivor from the 19th century, in the form of a hand carved pine figure of a soldier. With a polychrome painted...
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Italian Early Victorian Antique 19th Century Toys and Dolls

Materials

Pine

Lovely Japanese Ningyo Doll/Tanaka Doll of Samurai Warrior, 19th/20th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Includign original cabinet Great Ningyo doll. With label Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Period: Meiji Periode (1867-1912), Taisho Periode (1912-1926) Origina...
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Antique 19th Century Toys and Dolls

Materials

Porcelain

American Tin Toy Trolley, circa 1880
By George W. Brown Co.
Located in Incline Village, NV
Horse drawn trolleys or "horse buses" were the main source of "mass transit", along with trains in the late 1800s in America. Thus they were ubiquitous subject matter for toy makers to exploit as toys for young children. While many tin toy...
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American Folk Art Antique 19th Century Toys and Dolls

Materials

Tin

Late 19th Century English Folk Art Articulated Jig Doll
Located in London, GB
Late 19th century English Jig Doll A wonderful example of a late 19th century English jig doll called porkpie. A fully articulated hand carved feature. With amazing leather handcrafted boots and wearing a porkpie hat. A lovely example with wear and patination in all the right areas. Jig dolls are traditional wooden or tin-plate toys for adults or children. They are dolls with loose limbs that step dance...
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British Victorian Antique 19th Century Toys and Dolls

Materials

Leather, Pine, Paint

Antique Asian Bronze Large Camel Toy on Wheels 19th C
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
A scene from Ramakian or Ramayan, the Indian epic Rama and Sita. Large and heavy Antique Indian Temple toy metal camel, bronze camel on wheels. Camel with r...
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Indian Moorish Antique 19th Century Toys and Dolls

Materials

Bronze

Dutch Silver Miniature Sweeper and Dustpan by Anne Venema, Sneek
Located in Delft, NL
A Dutch silver miniature sweeper and dustpan by Anne Venema, Sneek A Dutch silver miniature sweeper and dustpan, both engraved. The dust pan has an eyelet. Marked with the Dutch silver Hallmark "Sord" (before 1906) and silver smith hallmark AV...
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Dutch Antique 19th Century Toys and Dolls

Materials

Silver

A Dutch 19th Century Miniature Console table
Located in Delft, NL
A Dutch 19th Century Miniature Console table A 19th Century Dutch console table of 38 cm high with marble top, which is loose on the table. With an antique mirror and curled legs. An antique miniature pewter chestnut pot with lion heads...
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Dutch Antique 19th Century Toys and Dolls

Materials

Marble

19th C Checkerboard Game Board
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th C original painted checkerboard game board.
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American Folk Art Antique 19th Century Toys and Dolls

Materials

Wood

19th C Checkerboard Game Board
19th C Checkerboard Game Board
$780 Sale Price
20% Off
Five Mechanical Bank Trade Cards in Frame, circa 1880s
Located in Incline Village, NV
Five mechanical bank trade cards are displayed in two separate frames. In one frame are three polychrome trade cards, which the salesmen typically carrie...
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American Folk Art Antique 19th Century Toys and Dolls

Materials

Paper

Cast iron standing bear money box by John Harper Co
Located in London, GB
A late Victorian patinated cast iron standing bear money box, registered design by John Harper & Co. John Harper Co. Ironfounders, Albion Works, Willenhall, Staffordshire, England...
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English Victorian Antique 19th Century Toys and Dolls

Materials

Iron

Prototype Late 19th Century Hand Carved Toy Horse Drawn Hansom Cab, American
Located in Incline Village, NV
This is a hand carved wood prototype for a toy that would have been the model for a 19th century cast iron or tin horse drawn hansom cab. It precedes the mol...
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American Folk Art Antique 19th Century Toys and Dolls

Materials

Wood

Child s Learning Desk Chalk Board, Accessories "Writing School Slate Desk" C1875
Located in Incline Village, NV
Child's rectangular lap top learning desk made by the Shepherd Company, New York, circa 1875. Hinge top lifts up to reveal a double sided chalk board, the interior houses an inkwell ...
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American Victorian Antique 19th Century Toys and Dolls

Materials

Wood

Antique wooden Roulette game wheel with applied figures
Located in Milano, IT
Immerse yourself in the charm of a bygone era with this exquisite antique wooden game, a true testament to the beauty and craftsmanship of yesteryear. This extraordinary game feature...
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Italian Neoclassical Antique 19th Century Toys and Dolls

Materials

Metal

Mechanical Bank "Pelican, " Made of Cast Iron, circa 1878
By John Gerrard
Located in Incline Village, NV
The Pelican Mechanical Bank is made of cast iron and was manufactured by The J. & E. Steven's Manufacturing Company, in Cromwell, Connecticut in 1878. It was, however, created by John Gerard of the Trenton Lock & Hardware Company in Trenton, New Jersey. This is probably the best example I've had for sale and is in excellent all original condition and paint. Often times the top beak of the pelican is replaced or repaired this example has the original beak. There were several variations made of the figure in the pelican's mouth. This is the "mammy" example. The bank was finished in both a gold and a dark...
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American Folk Art Antique 19th Century Toys and Dolls

Materials

Iron

Primitive Hand Carved Wooden Sleigh for One Person, circa 19th Century
Located in Aramits, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Lovely hand carved primitive, puristic wooden sleigh for one person, probably end of the19th century. The sleigh has a beautiful, silverish weathered pa...
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American Antique 19th Century Toys and Dolls

Materials

Iron

Miniature Salesman s Sample Victorian Bureau Chest, American, circa 1890
Located in Incline Village, NV
This late 19th century miniature 3-drawer dresser with original mirror mounted above, was likely used as a salesman's sample by an itinerant sales person who traveled the countryside promoting his articles, usually by seeking out merchants to take orders based on this scaled down miniature bureau, or by leaving it on display in a merchant's establishment to take orders from that merchant's customers. This American bureau...
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American Victorian Antique 19th Century Toys and Dolls

Materials

Oak

19th Century Polychrome Wooden Horse
Located in Brussels, Brussels
Elegant little carved wooden horse from the 19th century in polychrome wood Very beautiful polychromy which has a lot of charm Old child's toy with the front wheels which moves ...
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British Aesthetic Movement Antique 19th Century Toys and Dolls

Materials

Fruitwood

19th Century Hand Carved Wood Large Scale Indian Figurene
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Very unique figure of man with worn details and faded polychrome. Signs of heavy deterioration over the years. A curiosity/collectors piece. Please see detailed photos for c...
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Indian Primitive Antique 19th Century Toys and Dolls

Materials

Wood, Paint

Antique Large Victorian Key Wind Mechanical Scary White Cat Toy, As Found
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique mechanical toy is unsigned, but presumed to have been made in Europe, possibly England or Austria in approximately 1880 and done in...
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Austrian High Victorian Antique 19th Century Toys and Dolls

Materials

Metal

Small Mahogany Mirror with Gilt Wood Rocaille Scroll Wall Brackets
Located in Delft, NL
Small mahogany mirror with gilt wood rocaille scroll wall brackets Small mirror with 2 miniature wall brackets in carved gilt wood with rocail...
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European Antique 19th Century Toys and Dolls

Materials

Wood

Antique Victorian Key Wind Mechanical Small Striped Cat Child s Toy, As Found
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique mechanical toy is unsigned, but presumed to have been made in Europe, possibly England or Austria in approximately 1880 and done in...
Category

Austrian High Victorian Antique 19th Century Toys and Dolls

Materials

Metal