Description: "PUPPETOONS" ANIMATED WOODEN PULL-TOY - (c) 1944 Wood Commodities Corp. (unmarked). 7.5" x 5.5" x 9.5". Paint on wood. This a functioning example of this scarce wagon-like toy. Push or pull him along and boy twirls around while the three wooden flowers spin along with him. Original string attachment is included. The young boy was a popular George Pal "Puppetoons" character. PUPPETOONS were early animated short films produced by George Pal for Paramount in the 1930's and 1940's. They utilized beautifully carved wooden puppets with multiple replaceable parts to create their special style of movement. This form of puppet "replacement animation" was innovative and unique for its time. GEORGE PAL is, also, remembered for his unforgettable feature films, such as THE TIME MACHINE, WAR OF THE WORLDS and WHEN WORLDS COLLIDE. Condition is considered GOOD to FAIR with moderate surface/edge wear. Moderate paint wear (most noticeable on whites of eyes and lips). Wood wheel axle rings are partially loose and occasionally need adjustment. One wood piston end cap (for middle flower rod) is missing (still functions without it). Original foil label (stating "Star of Paramount's Geo. Pal Puppetoons") is missing. Overall, we feel this uncommon toy is in very displayable condition by most standards (see photos). A great addition for any PUPPETOONS and/or VINTAGE CHARACTER TOY enthusiast. On a condition code scale of 1 to 10, the above listed item(s) rated (7-6). U.S.A. BUYERS and/or BIDDERS ONLY - Sorry, no International or Canada purchases and/or bids accepted. FREE SHIPPING - Includes USPS (U.S. Postal Service) Priority Mail and Delivery Confirmation to Continental United States ONLY (48 states and Washington, D.C.). LOCAL AREA BUYERS - Requests are NOT taken for buyer to "pick the item up". PAYMENT METHOD - PayPal accepted. MARYLAND STATE SALES TAX - Add 6% state sales tax for Maryland residents and items delivered to Maryland. User of Maryland Sales Tax Registration Number submit a signed Maryland Certificate of Resale. PAYMENT DUE - Item(s) held for (7) days. INSURANCE CLAIMS - If a problem occurs AFTER our mailing the item(s) in regards to the delivery process, buyer is responsible for notifying their local Post Office to start a search and/or file an insurance claim. RETURN POLICY - Item(s) may be returned for a refund if received back by our company in its original condition (30) days from the date delivered. Merchandise must be packed in the original packaging and free return shipping paid by the seller. If item arrives back to our company damaged due to buyer's negligence, a full refund will not be issued. QUESTIONS WELCOMED - While reading about item for sale and viewing photos, e-mail questions regarding further item description and/or company terms. THANK YOU FOR YOUR PURCHASE! PLEASE SEE OUR COMPLETE INVENTORY IN OUR EBAY STORE!
Price: 279.95 USD
Location: Germantown, Maryland
End Time: 2024-09-07T16:14:49.000Z
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Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
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Material: Wood
Type: Puppet
Year: 1944
Brand: Character
