American. 1941-1948. Wood with metal hardware and celluloid windows. Wooden toys, such as this Buddy "L" Pepsi-Cola truck, were sometimes referred to as "Buddy "L" Victory" toys, created during WWII when steel was scarce and companies had to turn to other materials as a way of supporting the war effort by repurposing materials. Examination of the Pepsi-Cola marking, shows use of the "double-dot" between the words "Pepsi" and "Cola". The production years of this toy fall within the period that Pepsi, in fact, used the "double-dot" logo. Partial decal known to be, "Buddy L", on hood. From the Yvan Lalonde Collection.

Size
7" x 5" x 15".

Condition
Very good condition. Original paint and decals. Colours are vibrant and glossy. Minor paint nicks. Minor surface crazing, including paint cracks and chips. The windshield shows cracking.

Medium
Wood with metal hardware and celluloid windows.

Signature
Partial decal known to be, "Buddy L", on hood.

Provenance
From the Yvan Lalonde Collection.