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Luntoy (Barrett & Sons) Bill & Ben the Flowerpot Men, comprising: 18 cm scale Flowerpot Man...
Luntoy (Barrett & Sons) Bill & Ben the Flowerpot Men, comprising: 18 cm scale Flowerpot Man...
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Lot Size: Small
Item Category: Vintage Toys
Sub Category: Other
Lot 499
Full Lot Description
Luntoy (Barrett & Sons) Bill & Ben the Flowerpot Men, comprising: 18 cm scale Flowerpot Man puppet, diecast/hollow cast with jointed parts, original operating frame (corroded) and strings (one broken). In Good condition, with paint chips and wear to face and body. Reference - Joplin: Hollow Cast Civilian Toy Figures: Page 255 - "Luntoy. Flower Pot Man string puppet made by Barrett & Sons. Unique item, value undetermined". Does not come with original packaging or fibre flowerpot.
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