SCHOENHUT - Toy Elefante Articolato "Humpty Dumpty Circus" - 1910-1920 - U.S.
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SCHOENHUT jointed elephant from the Humpty Dumpty Circus line, circa 1910, wood with head, trunk and leg joints, in very good condition, decorative embroidered saddle cover with gold trim, no box, 20 cm wide, 17 cm high, 9 cm deep, origin United States.
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Ornate Antique Elephants SCHOENHUT (circa 1910) – "Humpty Dumpty Circus"
Rare Antique Schoenhut Elephant c. 1910 – "Humpty Dumpty Circus" Wooden Jointed Collectible
For sale an exceptional and rare piece of vintage toy history: an original jointed elephant produced by the renowned American firm A. Schoenhut Company for the celebrated Humpty Dumpty Circus series, dating to circa 1910.
This collectible stands out for its ingenious internal joint system that allowed children of the era (and today’s collectors) to position it in a variety of circus poses and striking balancing stances.
* Manufacturer: A. Schoenhut Company (Philadelphia, USA).
* Line / Model: Humpty Dumpty Circus – Original Jointed Elephant.
* Era: Circa 1910 (Early 20th century).
* Materials and Construction:
* Body and legs in carved and hand-cut wood with original painted finish.
* Legs and head/trunk articulated with internal rope/elastic joints.
* Era-appropriate ears and tusks applied.
* Original decorative saddle cover in embroidered fabric with braid and gilt-edged trim.
* Condition: Magnificent antique condition with a charming original patina and natural signs of time on the wooden painting that certify authenticity and an age of over 110 years. As shown in photographs.
History:
The elephant is part of the famous Humpty Dumpty Circus line, introduced to the U.S. market in 1903. The idea began when Albert Schoenhut acquired the patent for a wooden jointed clown inspired by the era’s famous circus characters. Given the enormous success among American families, the company expanded the set to create an entire miniature circus universe. Over the years, the line grew to include more than 60 animals and performers, complete with canvas tents, cages, and parade wagons.
An extraordinary opportunity for collectors of American vintage toys, collectible antiques, and lovers of unique early 20th-century pieces.
Professional and insured international shipping with tracked courier. Excellent protective packaging."
Ornate Antique Elephants SCHOENHUT (circa 1910) – "Humpty Dumpty Circus"
Rare Antique Schoenhut Elephant c. 1910 – "Humpty Dumpty Circus" Wooden Jointed Collectible
For sale an exceptional and rare piece of vintage toy history: an original jointed elephant produced by the renowned American firm A. Schoenhut Company for the celebrated Humpty Dumpty Circus series, dating to circa 1910.
This collectible stands out for its ingenious internal joint system that allowed children of the era (and today’s collectors) to position it in a variety of circus poses and striking balancing stances.
* Manufacturer: A. Schoenhut Company (Philadelphia, USA).
* Line / Model: Humpty Dumpty Circus – Original Jointed Elephant.
* Era: Circa 1910 (Early 20th century).
* Materials and Construction:
* Body and legs in carved and hand-cut wood with original painted finish.
* Legs and head/trunk articulated with internal rope/elastic joints.
* Era-appropriate ears and tusks applied.
* Original decorative saddle cover in embroidered fabric with braid and gilt-edged trim.
* Condition: Magnificent antique condition with a charming original patina and natural signs of time on the wooden painting that certify authenticity and an age of over 110 years. As shown in photographs.
History:
The elephant is part of the famous Humpty Dumpty Circus line, introduced to the U.S. market in 1903. The idea began when Albert Schoenhut acquired the patent for a wooden jointed clown inspired by the era’s famous circus characters. Given the enormous success among American families, the company expanded the set to create an entire miniature circus universe. Over the years, the line grew to include more than 60 animals and performers, complete with canvas tents, cages, and parade wagons.
An extraordinary opportunity for collectors of American vintage toys, collectible antiques, and lovers of unique early 20th-century pieces.
Professional and insured international shipping with tracked courier. Excellent protective packaging."
Details
Era
1900-2000
Brand
SCHOENHUT
Model/name
Elefante Articolato "Humpty Dumpty Circus"
Period
1910-1920
Country of origin
U.S.
Condition
Very good
Packaging
unboxed
Material
Wood
Width
20 cm
Height
17 cm
Depth
9 cm
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