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Schieble Toy & Novelty Co. Hill Climber Trolley
Estimate:
CA$300 - CA$500
Sold
CA$250
Timed Auction
Toys | Featuring the Phil Barnett Collection
Size
19.5" x 4.25" x 7".
Category
Description
American. 1910s. William Schieble was originally a partner in the D.P. Clark & Company until they had a falling out, at which time Schieble bought out Messr's Clark. The "hill climber" friction toys were a line of toys initiated by D.P. Clark and carried on by Schieble. This trolley represents one of that line of toys. Unmarked.
Condition
Very good condition. Friction drive tested and working. Lever operating door works. Shows playwear, with nicks and scratches evident. Toy has two opening doors and a clerestory roof.
Medium
Pressed steel.
Provenance
From the Phil Barnett Collection.
Quantity
1
