BOXED IVES CLOCKWORK PHOENIX FIRE PUMPER
112. BOXED IVES CLOCKWORK PHOENIX FIRE PUMPER
Ives catalog #40-5, circa 1885-1892. Deluxe version with clockwork motor located inside the boiler, via key located on the side of the pumper which causes pumper rod to move up and down. Complete set including the scarce original wooden box with nicely preserved label on end, original figures and eagle finial, this example has much less wear to paint than is often expected for a wheeled toy of this age. Ex: Dr Greg Zemenick Collection. In a conversation held with Dr. Z in June 23, 2018, he told the seller that he bought the toy 32 years ago from a Furniture Dealer in New Hampshire or Maine. Being in his possession since 1986. | 19" l. | Original box with complete label has split in middle of lid, working clockwork with original figures, (Pristine Condition) | $2,500 - $3,500
Condition
Original box with complete label has split in middle of lid, working clockwork with original figures, (Pristine Condition)
112. BOXED IVES CLOCKWORK PHOENIX FIRE PUMPER
Ives catalog #40-5, circa 1885-1892. Deluxe version with clockwork motor located inside the boiler, via key located on the side of the pumper which causes pumper rod to move up and down. Complete set including the scarce original wooden box with nicely preserved label on end, original figures and eagle finial, this example has much less wear to paint than is often expected for a wheeled toy of this age. Ex: Dr Greg Zemenick Collection. In a conversation held with Dr. Z in June 23, 2018, he told the seller that he bought the toy 32 years ago from a Furniture Dealer in New Hampshire or Maine. Being in his possession since 1986. | 19" l. | Original box with complete label has split in middle of lid, working clockwork with original figures, (Pristine Condition) | $2,500 - $3,500
Condition
Original box with complete label has split in middle of lid, working clockwork with original figures, (Pristine Condition)
