MECHANICAL "BONZO BANK."
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Bidding Ended:
Thursday, January 27, 2005 12:00:00 PM (20 Minute Clock Begins At Thursday, January 27, 2005 12:00:00 PM)
Auction:
Auction #182 - Part II
Item numbers 1500-3431 in auction 182
Item Description
2x3.5x7" tall tin litho bank marked "Bavaria" along w/company logo that appears to be a double S in a circle. Front of bank has high relief Bonzo head w/lever below this followed by images of his paws. At bottom text reads "Press The Lever Lightly, Watch My Tongue Appear; Save A Penny Nightly, Make Your Fortune Here." Bank works and Bonzo extends his tongue for placement of a coin and his eyes also move. Great illustration on bank of Bonzo holding a coin while on the table in front of him is this bank. Sides of bank have geometric designs. Underside has trap door but missing key. Bank has lt. aging, small scattered paint nicks, mostly along edges. Very glossy appearance w/rich color. Fine. Provenance of Philip Samuels collection.
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