RARE 1939 New York World's Fair Winky Electrified Dog Plush Stuffed Animal with Blinking Eyes in Original Box
RARE 1939 New York World's Fair Winky Electrified Dog Plush Stuffed Animal with Blinking Eyes in Original Box
Info:
♥ Circa: 1939
♥ Label: World’s Fair “Winky”, National Stuffed Animals Co, Inc.
♥ Color: Multi
♥ Condition: Good vintage condition. Please note that we have not tested the blinking eyes feature, and are unsure as to whether or not it works. Winky has darkening and discoloration to his fur, as well as patina to his glass eyes. His fur is a little dusty, so he does tend to shed some. We have not attempted to clean him in any way. Box no longer retains it’s lid and has wear to it, commensurate with being 85 years old. Sold AS IS.
Details:
♥ Extremely rare “Winky” stuffed animal created by the National Stuffed Animals Company Inc. that was for sale exclusively at the 1939 New York World’s Fair
♥ Orange and blue with blue ribbon collar
♥ Adorable ears in the shape of the Trylon and Perisphere buildings at the Fair
♥ Screw off tail that reveals battery compartment
♥ Electrified eyes that blink (modern batteries do not fit, so this feature has not been tested)
♥ Comes in original box with tags
♥ One of the most collectible and unusual New York World’s Fair items out there, a wonderful addition to any collection
Measurements:
Width (from nose to tip of tail): 12”
Height (from foot to top of tallest ear): 10”
Height (from foot to top of back): 5”
Depth: 3”
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All garments are measured flat, then doubled for the bust, waist, and hips.
Every item is in vintage condition, with any flaws listed in the description. Please keep in mind slight signs of wear at times are inevitable, but we do our best to list and photograph any that we find.
Condition Chart:
Mint: As new, with absolutely no flaws or wear.
Excellent: Used, with no noticeable flaws.
Very Good: Used, with minor flaws, no repairs needed.
Good: Visible wear, minor flaws and/or optional repairs needed.
Fair: Numerous flaws, repairs needed, fragile.
Poor: Extensive damage. For display or study only.
****Chart provided courtesy of the Vintage Fashion Guild. Use or display does not require or imply VFG membership.