Shanghai Tin Toys
The tin wind up mouse and frog toys furtively run or erratically jump in a realistic manner.
Approx 6cm
Shanghai tin toys are classic mid‑century collectibles made from brightly lithographed tinplate and simple wind‑up or friction mechanisms. Produced from the 1950s to the 1980s in Shanghai’s state‑owned toy factories, they’re known for their bold colours, charming mechanical movements, and export‑era packaging. Children love them. Today they’re appreciated for their nostalgic design and craftsmanship, making them popular with collectors and anyone who loves retro industrial art.
Stop winding when pressure needed increases and do not overwind.
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