Carette Tin Lithographed & Hand Painted Hand Operated Double Semaphore German Train Signal Railway Accessory *SOLD*

Carette Tin Lithographed & Hand Painted Hand Operated Double Semaphore German Train Signal Railway Accessory

This tin, lithographed & hand painted hand operated double semaphore was manufactured by Georges Carette & Co. of Nuremberg, Germany.

This is operated by pushing and pulling the levers up and down. On the bottom of the base it is marked with the Carette logo.

This is in excellent all original condition with no breaks, restorations, repairs, or touch ups. This piece shows the usual patina, fading, dust, chips, scuffs, surface rust, scratches, and wear that are to be expected from age and play. This is approximately 4 1/2″ L x 4 ½” wide at the base and 15 ¾” H. We invite you to view the photos to further determine quality and condition.

A brief history of Georges Carette & Co. of Nuremberg, Germany:

Georges Carette & Co. was founded in 1886 in Nuremberg, Germany by Georges Carette with the backing of Gebruder Bing.

Carette specialized in mechanical tin boats, cars, street cars, model trains and trains. Many of Carette’s toys were lithographed. For those that don’t know, Carette toys are treasured for their beautiful multi-colored lithography and detail.  They were produced in large quantities based on production numbers, yet just don’t survive; a testament to their play value for kids.

In 1917, Carette as a French citizen was deported from Germany, thus closing the firm.