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Ives Clockworks Toy Preacher 11"

Currency:USD Category:Toys & Hobbies Start Price:1,250.00 USD Estimated At:5,000.00 - 8,000.00 USD
Ives Clockworks Toy Preacher 11
<B>Preacher 11" Clockwork Toy by Ives.</B></I> Although better known for their line of toy trains, Ives also made these clockwork-powered dolls. Designed and made with the attributes of famous notables of the 1870s and 1880s, these toys could move when wound. Here we offer the Black Preacher, who stands at lectern with book and paper giving his sermon. Nicely decorated and appointed, the base is original yellow paint. When wound, the preacher moves back and forth shaking his fist. Although the clothing is somewhat tattered due to age and storage, it does appear to be original as well as the wig on his head. The bottom board closing in the works has been replaced with a new piece that cannot be seen when set up for display. Hard to find in this type of condition, the preacher has an exceptional folk-art look and has become one of the many desirable toys made by this early company.