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Cool carved and painted wood dancing toy. Each side depicts a different soldier. Three dimensional carved heads. When the string is pulled, the soldier’s arms and legs go up and down. Wonderful painted details. Nice old untouched patina. String appears to be a later replacement.

Date:  Late 19th century

Size:  15″ tall

Condition:  Overall very good. Loss to part of one foot. Minor loss under brim of hat on one side.

Price: $127

Shipping: $12