Marx ca. 1930s Tin Lithographed Windup “Tricky Taxi” *SOLD*

Marx ca. 1930s Tin Lithographed Windup “Tricky Taxi”

Our original condition ca. 1930s Tricky Taxi windup was made by Marx. It also comes from a Western estate and has light play wear.

The toy is made to approach the edge of a countertop, then turn away from a perilous edge.  This toy works well.

Condition is very good with light bottom scratching from use and two small roof dimples.  The key is original and present.

A brief history of Louis Marx & Company of New York City, New York:              

1919 – 1979

Founder: Louis Marx

Specialty: Louis Marx and Company was an American toy manufacturer in business from about 1919 to 1980 founded in New York City by Louis & David Marx. Its products were often imprinted with the slogan, “One of the many Marx toys, have you all of them?” Arguably, Marx was the most well-known toy company through the late mid-20th century. Best known for their lithographed tin windup toys Marx was also one of the big four among American electric train manufacturers. Interestingly, Marx also successfully revived the Yo-Yo in 1928; it sold well even through the Depression.