FRENCH AUTHOR AND JOURNALIST

A marklin oceanliner at auction in GERMANY

 


Large Märklin Ocean Liner “George Washington” No. 5050/9 E, circa 1909


  • Propulsion: Twin-screw electric motor designed for 2 batteries (not included), run time approx. 6 hours

  • Deck Features: Original superstructure with 4 funnels, 10 lifeboats, 2 masts, 3 original flags, 2 anchors, 4 mast ladders, complete rigging

  • Electrics: Working spotlight on foremast, 2 electric switches

  • Crew & Accessories: 12 matching hand-painted tin figures – sailors (some at work), captain, passengers, all on original sleds, no retouches or replaced parts

  • Condition: Only minor defects – small hole at the bow caused by leaking battery acid, and some paint chips at the rear superstructure

  • Dimensions: Length 98 cm

  • Packaging: Original wooden box partially filled with wood wool

🎯 An exceptionally rare piece in the world of tinplate toys!




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