1916 Hubley, Mammy Hands On Hips Bank In Original Box
Extraordinary example of Hubley's classic cast iron "Mammy Bank" (hands on hips version). It's 100% original; not a repaint, not touched-up, not a reproduction. Here's the real deal in dazzling near mint+ condition and complete with its rare original box. Only the tissue paper has been replaced with vintage paper from another toy. The bank utilizes the iconic "Mammy", which at one time could've been found in everything from salt/pepper shakers to food products. As a cast iron bank Hubley made several variations in different positions and sizes. This "hands on hips looking straight ahead" version was cast with fine details such as apron pleats and creases in the head scarf. It has its original joining screw to hold it together which has never seen a screwdriver tip! The box was made from thick, pressed cardboard. It was laminated with thin paper wrapping which shows tots at play surrounded by simple toys like kites, wagons, and pails amidst a scattering of capitalized letters. The children were finely illustrated against a pale yellow background. There are no other box markings other than some penciled numbers on the underside. Size: 5½" Date Sold: Dec. 2010
Price Sold: $ 316
