Marx Tin Lithographed Windup “Toyland Farm Products” Milk & Cream Wagon *SOLD*
Marx Tin Lithographed Windup “Toyland Farm Products” Milk & Cream Wagon
We have for you this highly desirable tin, lithographed, windup “Toyland’s Farm Products” Milk & Cream wagon that was manufactured by Louis Marx & Company of New York City, New York.
When wound with it’s dedicated key this working milk & cream wagon moves forward.
This piece is in great all original condition with no breaks, restorations, repairs, or touch-ups. This piece shows the usual patina, fading, dust, chips, scuffs, surface rust, scratches, missing accessories, and wear that are to be expected from age and play. This is approximately 9 ½” L. We invite you to view the photos to further determine quality and condition.
A brief history of Louis Marx & Company of New York City, New York:
1919 – 1979
Founder: Louis Marx
Specialty: Louis Marx and Company was an American toy manufacturer in business from about 1919 to 1980 founded in New York City by Louis & David Marx. Its products were often imprinted with the slogan, “One of the many Marx toys, have you all of them?” Arguably, Marx was the most well-known toy company through the late mid-20th century. Best known for their lithographed tin windup toys Marx was also one of the big four among American electric train manufacturers. Interestingly, Marx also successfully revived the Yo-Yo in 1928; it sold well even through the Depression.
Additional information
Weight | 2 lbs |
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Dimensions | 12 × 12 × 12 in |