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Donald Duck on Tricycle Celluloid Wind-Up Toy with box.

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:800.00 USD Estimated At:1,000.00 - 1,500.00 USD
Donald Duck on Tricycle Celluloid Wind-Up Toy with box.
SOLD
950.00USDto floor+ buyer's premium
This item SOLD at 2023 Apr 30 @ 12:08UTC-7 : PDT/MST
All items are sold as is. Contact Van Eaton Galleries for condition reports and shipping information. 21% Buyer's Premium for all lots.
(Matsudaya, 1930s) A rare Donald Duck celluloid wind-up toy made by Matsudaya of Japan for the British Market in the 1930s. The tricycle is painted tin litho with a built-in wind-up key. The attached Donald has a celluloid head, arms body, hands, and feet with cloth pants. A fabric Union Jack Flag is attached to the back of the tricycle. When wound, Donald travels in a circle as his feet move with the pedals and the Union Jack Flag waves. The toy is 5.5" tall. The arms and head are a bit loose and would benefit from re-stringing. The toy shows scattered aging with some discoloration to paint, but overall, in fine condition for a very scarce piece. The 3"x3"x5.5" box is in good condition, with expected wear, and corners of the box lid torn.