Imposing and spectacular, this large-scale fire truck was produced by Louis Marx and Company, one of the largest American toy manufacturers of the 20th century. Founded in New York in 1919, Marx Toys was nicknamed "the toy king" for the quality and diversity of its lithographed tin productions.
Features
- Brand: Marx Toys (Louis Marx and Company, USA)
- Size: Large format
- Material: Lithographed and painted tinplate
- Estimated period: 1950s–1960s
- Type: Fire truck / collectible mechanical toy
Condition
Collector's item, showing signs of age and use inherent to its history. Note: the bulb socket is broken; mentioned for transparency, this does not affect the decorative value or the rarity of the piece.
For the collector
Marx Toys are among the most collected toys in the world. Their sturdiness, colorful lithography, and their roots in post-war American popular culture make them essential pieces. This rare large format will stand out equally well in a specialized display case or as a decorative object in a vintage interior.