Bidspirit auction | 1930s Manoil Hollow-Cast Lead Toy

1930s Manoil Hollow-Cast Lead Toy Soldiers - Item/Description: Group of 21 interwar-era military miniatures featuring a complete infantry unit finished in hand-painted olive drab uniforms with black boots, visored caps, and bases. Produced in the United States by the Manoil Manufacturing Company, the assortment showcases distinct action poses, including marchers with shoulder arms, saluting infantrymen, standing officers, and a central signalman holding red communication flags. These pieces capture the distinctive, stylized ”slush-cast” aesthetic of American Depression-era dimestore toys, making them an important reflection of domestic manufacturing and military imagery between the World Wars. Material: Cast Lead Dimensions: Length: 1 1/8”; Width: 1”; Height: 4 1/2” Condition: Signs of age, use, and wear include surface abrasions, markings, enamel loss. Age: 1935-1941 Provenance: Private Estate Shipping: $25 Standard (within Continental US) provided In-House. Shipping method is determined by item size, type, fragility and specific characteristics. Shipping and handling costs are calculated based on average carrier rates, delivery distance and packing complexity. PLEASE NOTE: All orders over $500 will require shipping insurance to be paid by the buyer. A fee of $1.50 per $100 of coverage will be added to your shipping and handling cost(s). International Bidders: Please email admin@taurusauctions.com for a shipping quote to your country. Condition Reports: Please see all photos and read entire description before requesting condition reports. Please contact us before bidding if you require additional photos or have any questions regarding condition. Email admin@taurusauctions.com for all condition reports. See all Terms and Conditions prior to bidding. 600