Description:

Rare Original, Antique 1926 Ferdinand Strauss Trik-Auto "What Is It??" Mechanical Tin Litho Windup Circus Clown Toy. This toy is scarce and one of the hardest to find of the toys produced by Strauss. Its a very cool and desirable toy that incorporates many different elements. the zeppelin/car travels forward and backwards in an erratic fashion, constantly changing directions while the clown on top spins in a circle. Features all tin construction with multi-colored lithography, unique design, clown figure and mechanical windup motor. Trik Auto patented Dec.14th 1926 Trade Mark is printed on the top of the vehicle. The Strauss Mechanical Toys logo and Ferdinand Strauss Corp New York NY.USA are printed on one side of the car. We describe all items to the best of our ability as we are not experts on everything. Please ask specific questions on details, condition, and shipping prior to bidding, ALL ITEMS ARE SOLD AS IS, and bidder will be responsible for payment. We box and ship what we can to keep costs low, and use USPS and UPS. Large items, extremely fragile, and high value items will be packed by UPS. Quotes available on request

    Dimensions:
  • 9.5" long
  • Condition:
  • Fair Condition with the clown and wheel missing. It winds but it doesn't work properly.

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November 13, 2017 5:00 PM EST
Canandaigua, NY, US

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