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Vintage "BARNUM & BAILEY CIRCUS WAGON" Collectible from "1920's"
$ 1530.67
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Description
Vintage "BARNUM & BAILEY CIRCUS WAGON" collectible.It is a spectacular example in wood, metal and composition and features hand painted decorations
A fabulous vintage representation toy of Barnum & Bailey Circus Wagon made by (we believe) the Hubley toy company or Schoenhut toy company or made as a promotional item for The Barnum & Bailey circus. It was made around
the 1920's and 30's.
The wagon weighs 12 pounds, about 23" x 16 1/4" x 12", (hooked up and all pieces in place in total measures 34.5''L x 20''H x 14''W) made of sturdy wood with metal bars, wood and metal
wheels and a metal axle, the wheels roll and
the front ones turn. The back has a door that opens downward with metal hinges and closes with a wood latch. The wagon is adorned with ornate circus logos.
Enclosed are two resin bears, one black and one brown, 7 1/2" to 8 1/2" tall, they are free standing and can be moved around. The wagon is driven by a clown dressed in tan and green. The wagon is to be attached to the elephant with
chains that hook to the harness at the sides, they are not attached in delivery
On the hinged wagon door is written: “The Greatest Show on Earth 100,000 Clever Tricks Circus Performers Acrobats Tight Rope Performers"
There is no damage that I can see. One of the back wheels is slightly bent and very tiny paint loss on a toe or two!
Beautifully done piece of history!
Will need a few days to pack this ever so carefully, fully insured with signature required.