Marx ca. 1930’s Tin Lithographed Windup “Beat It” Komikal Kop in Box *SOLD*

Marx ca. 1930’s Tin Lithographed Windup “Beat It” Komikal Kop in Box 

We have for you a ca. 1930’s tin, windup, lithographed “Beat It” Komikal Kop manufactured by Louis Marx & Company of New York City, New York. 

This serious-looking cop has his trusty dog to accompany him on his wild ride. The working clockwork mechanism has a dedicated key that when wound makes the car move forward and backward in a whacky motion as the cop turns his head to look around. The toy comes with its original box, is likely unused, and is near mint. 

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 display. This is approximately It is approximately 7 ¾” L x 6 ¾” H. 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: 

Louis Marx and Company was an American toy manufacturer in business from about 1919 to 1980 and 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 companies 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.