Lot 274:
Alps Chimpee One Man Drummer Battery Operated Monkey Toy
Sold for: $25
Description
This mechanical battery-operated toy, identified as the Chimpee One Man Drummer manufactured by Alps, Japan, features a brown plush-covered monkey figure seated on a decorated platform. The monkey is positioned behind a drum set consisting of a large bass drum, two smaller side drums, and two metal cymbals. The toy is constructed with a plush-covered mechanical frame, tin-lithograph drums and platform components, and a green plastic base. The bass drum head is decorated with a color illustration of a pink monkey holding a musical note, incorporating the Alps mountain logo. The side drums feature red and yellow graphics with musical notes and stars. The monkey figure is adorned with a gold-tone metal chain around its neck. A metal toggle switch for OFF/ON operation is located on the tin-litho platform behind the figure. Manufacturer marks including the Alps mountain peak logo and the text TRADE MARK ALPS MADE IN JAPAN are clearly printed on the blue section of the tin platform and the bass drum head.
Condition report:
The toy appears in good vintage condition with wear consistent with age. The plush fur shows some matting and surface dust. The tin-lithograph components retain bright colors with minor scattered scuffs and light surface scratches. The metal cymbals exhibit light oxidation. The green plastic base has minor surface marks. The mechanical function has not been tested. The original box and packaging are not present.
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