Vintage 1940s Tin Litho Windup Trick Motorcycle Made in Occupied Japan Works

Description

Tin Litho Wind-Up Trick Motorcycle Patent No. 16691 Made in Occupied Japan Works
Manufacturer Unknown (possibly Kuwamura). Made in Occupied Japan. Circa 1945-1952. Tin litho. Approx. 4-1/2” long. Clockwork wind up motor.
This 4-1/2 inch long tin litho motorcycle has an attached key, still takes a good wind and runs well. It has 2 metal wheels that it actually runs on in the center of the body. A metal arm on the right side and another that comes out from under the body move as the mechanism unwinds, possibly to roll the bike over. It is missing the rider, handlebars  and a small guide wheel under the back tire. The underside is marked “Made In Occupied JAPAN, Patent no. 16691” with a diamond shaped logo filled with top and bottom radiating lines (see photos).
This piece has been played with. The lithography has no major spots of wear or rust but some scuffs, scrtches and light surface dirt. The colors are still bright but it could stand a good cleaning. All the tabs appear to be intact for the missing rider, handlebars and wheel. It does not appear to have ever been taken apart or repaired. There are minor separations on some seams that could be straightened. The clockwork motor runs smoothly.
A great piece for restoration or to display as is.
Sold AS IS.
Very Good, Restorable condition.
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