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Lot 113:
Description
This vintage tinplate toy comprises a motorcycle and sidecar featuring brightly coloured lithographed decoration in a primary palette of blue, yellow, red, and white. The motorcycle is piloted by a rider figure wearing a yellow jacket and a white helmet with red and blue goggle detailing. The sidecar carries a smaller passenger wearing a blue helmet. The fuel tank on both sides bears a red rectangular mark with a top line of four characters in Chinese script and a bottom line reading MADE IN CHINA. The toy is powered by an integrated clockwork winding mechanism operated by a fixed metal key located on the right-hand side. It is equipped with an auxiliary small black wheel attached to the side of the rear wheel for balance and propulsion.
Condition report:
The item is in good vintage condition with vibrant lithography. There are minor surface scratches, small areas of paint loss, and light oxidation to the metal consistent with age and play use. The clockwork mechanism is untested. No original packaging is present.
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