Spanish dancer

Description

A wind-up mechanical toy in the form of a Spanish dancer with castanets. Made by Wells Brimtoy circa 1950s. A. Wells & Co. was founded in 1919 by Alfred Wells and in 1932 took over Brimtoy Ltd. to form Wells Brimtoy. This figurine wears a voluminous black skirt with a red bodice. In operation, the figure moves forward as the torso twists from side to side.
Designers & Manufacturers
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Manufacturer

Object number

AIBDC : 009344

Date

1950 - 1959 (circa)

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Method

Material

plastic
unidentified figure
metal mechanism and key
Dimensions
Width
70mm
Height
108mm
Depth
68mm

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