11.5" x 4" x 4.5".

Japanese. 1950s. Yonezawa (also known as "Yone" or "Y") was Japan's largest post-war toy manufacturer. The company's logo is a Y within a 5 petal cherry blossom motif. The cherry blossom was used as it symbolized both life and death, the sense of vitality and the reminder that life is fleeting - all very predominant in Japanese culture. Marked, "Made in Japan", with Yonezawa trademark on box and left side of boat.

Toy is in very good condition. Twin rudder, crank-wind friction motor tested and working. Shows minor scratches and rub wear and dent to the lower left side. Colour is vibrant and glossy. Original box is in fair condition and intact but with tears.

Lithographed tin.