Antique Hand Painted GRASSHOPPER Wood PULL TOY - Bug, FOLK ART Insect

Description

You are bidding on a wonderful antique hand painted grasshopper pull toy measuring 14" long.  This pull toy has great design and wonderful color.  It is surprising that it lasted this long.  I'm unsure of exact age but I'm guessing first half of 20th century.  The grasshopper has some issues.  It has only one antenna and there is a piece missing in front of the legs where a hole goes through both sides.  And obviously, it is missing rope/string to pull and the wheels get stuck in one spot (I believe this last part can be fixed).  Still, a great item.
I use the US Postal Service and use priority mail to ensure quick delivery although size/weight can often be a deterrent due to a balloon fee on boxes over a certain size. Shipping costs are based on weight and distance from my home in Fairhaven, MA. In simplest terms, I ship priority mail unless it is a book (then I ship using media mail) or if the item is bigger than a breadbox or heavier than 5 lbs (unless I can fit it in a flat rate box).   I'm also open to local pick-up at my home in Fairhaven.
I've been selling on Ebay since 1998 but this is not a full time job. I'm happy to answer all questions but please be aware that these questions are normally answered after I have returned home from work. I encourage you to look at my other auctions for a wide variety of items. I often sell glass, pottery, books, art, clothing and other unusual items one may find at yard sales and estate sales. Best of luck in your bidding and thanks for your time looking at my auction.