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Antique Kicking Baby in Basket Pull Toy or Automaton - Wax over Papier-Mache

$ 124.08

Availability: 50 in stock
  • Year: 1900
  • Item must be returned within: 30 Days
  • Condition: Please review pictures and description.
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: Germany
  • Modified Item: No
  • Restocking Fee: No
  • Brand: Unbranded
  • Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
  • All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
  • Refund will be given as: Money Back

    Description

    From a recent estate sale here in the Dallas area, here's an antique pull toy or automaton of a kicking baby in a basket.  When the basket rolls forward the arms and legs move up and down and the head moves side to side.  It is in good working condition.  The head is made of wax over papier-mache, and she has brown glass eyes.  She has her original blonde wig and clothes.  There are a few breaks to the wicker basket that are visible in the pictures.  One wheel is unattached, but could be easily reattached with a brass tack.  There are no breaks to the wheel spokes and the wheels have their original paper exteriors.
    The basket measures 5¾ inches tall, 9½ inches long and 5 inches wide.
    The doll condition:
    - There is some loss to the wax on the side of the face which is visible in the pictures.
    Please read the description carefully and review all pictures as they are a part of the description.  All measurements are approximate. You may bid with confidence, knowing that if you feel I have misrepresented or inaccurately described any item you purchase from me, you may return it for a prompt, full, hassle-free refund. I ask only that you leave any security labels intact and give me email notice within 3 days of delivery. I pack very carefully and have shipped many hundreds of fragile items over the years, so rest assured that your items will arrive safely. Check out my other auctions for similar items. I will gladly combine multiple items into one shipment if possible in order to save you shipping costs.
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