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Grinning Black Dandys American Clockwork Ives

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Grinning Black Dandys American Clockwork Ives

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Ives, Blakeslee Company Bridgeport, Connecticut - Circa 1875 This is a rare version of the toy with two figures. We have only seen a handful of them in forty years. The toy is about 9.5” tall and works very well. Material: Wood, Fabric, Tin and Papier Mache

Condition

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Grinning Black Dandys American Clockwork Ives

Name: Grinning Black Dandys American Clockwork Ives
SKU: 34434196
Price: 1900 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $1,800 - $2,500

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