March 21-23, 2023 Automobilia, Petroliana, & Railroadiana
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 3/22/2023
Very unique and well displaying C. 1920's Diorama display manufactured by Cook Mechanical Attractions, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Display features an excellent displaying Ship, Airplane & Train graphic at the top side where the piece shows mechanisms that depict moving water, blowing steam and the Airplane shows a spinning propeller and moves back and forth. The lower portion shows a lighted scene of a house with a woman relaxing in an outdoor chair with a woman who comes in and out of the house with a Sign showing, "Watch The Mailman". CONDITION: The piece is in overall fair condition throughout lighting up nicely throughout the entire piece showing nice condition figural advertising. There are many moving mechanical parts, most of which are in working condition but some will need some minor adjusting to get into full working order. Display is made of wood primarily which shows very good condition paint and minimal age and storage wear. The hand painted lettering on the face is in very good condition and the piece is mounted on a wooden display on the bottom side. A very unique piece of mechanical advertising that displays well.
This is not a standard shippable item and will require 3rd party shipping or pickup arrangements to be made.
Condition: (7.5).
Item Dimensions: 30 - 1/2" x 13" x 52 - 1/2".