CHARLIE McCARTHY "GENTLEMAN VENTRILOQUIST" BOXED CELLULOID WIND-UP.
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Winning Bid:
$208.72 (Includes 15% Buyer's Premium)
Bids:
3
Bidding Ended:
Thursday, July 14, 2016 9:00:00 AM (20 Minute Clock Begins At Thursday, July 14, 2016 9:00:00 AM)
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Auction:
Auction #218 - Part II
Value Code:
H - $200 to $400 Help Icon
Item Description
Original illustrated cardboard box contains 7" tall all celluloid wind-up w/winding post on back. Made in Japan by Kuramochi, 1930s. Box shows obvious and heavy aging/wear and is incomplete and just comes along. Arms move, one holding original cane. Toy comes w/original key on string and works, vibrates and moves about as mouth opens/closes. Strong color w/just tiny bit of paint loss to white areas of shirt and gloves, o/w Exc.
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