none - Toy soldier - 1900-1910
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Description from the seller
Antique German Masse figures – Imperial infantry in march – ca. 1900–1925 (10 pieces)
Very fine and original set of antique German toy soldiers, executed as Imperial (Prussian) infantry in marching formation. These figures are manufactured from so-called composition material (Masse), a lightweight material that around the early 20th century was widely used for quality toys and dioramas.
The soldiers wear the distinctive German Imperial uniform with Pickelhaube, and are individually hand-painted. The natural wear and paint aging confirm the authenticity and age of the set.
Details
• Quantity: 10 figures
• Material: Composition / Masse (no lead)
• Origin: Germany
• Period: ca. 1895–1925
• Height: ca. 6–7 cm per figure
• Execution: marching / parade
• Paintwork: original, hand-painted
• Condition: good antique condition, with visible signs of use and aging (see photos)
Special features
• Light in weight, typical for Masse figures
• No modern replicas
• Beautiful uniform group, ideal for collector or military diorama
• Increasingly difficult to find in complete sets
Condition note
These figures are more than 100 years old. Wear, paint loss and small irregularities are part of the age and enhance the authentic character.
Antique German Masse figures – Imperial infantry in march – ca. 1900–1925 (10 pieces)
Very fine and original set of antique German toy soldiers, executed as Imperial (Prussian) infantry in marching formation. These figures are manufactured from so-called composition material (Masse), a lightweight material that around the early 20th century was widely used for quality toys and dioramas.
The soldiers wear the distinctive German Imperial uniform with Pickelhaube, and are individually hand-painted. The natural wear and paint aging confirm the authenticity and age of the set.
Details
• Quantity: 10 figures
• Material: Composition / Masse (no lead)
• Origin: Germany
• Period: ca. 1895–1925
• Height: ca. 6–7 cm per figure
• Execution: marching / parade
• Paintwork: original, hand-painted
• Condition: good antique condition, with visible signs of use and aging (see photos)
Special features
• Light in weight, typical for Masse figures
• No modern replicas
• Beautiful uniform group, ideal for collector or military diorama
• Increasingly difficult to find in complete sets
Condition note
These figures are more than 100 years old. Wear, paint loss and small irregularities are part of the age and enhance the authentic character.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Brand
none
Period
1900-1910
Condition
Good
Packaging
In replacement packaging
Material
Metal
