M992.110.90 | Repair man car, toy
Repair man car, toy
Lionel Corporation
About 1930, 20th century
15 x 31 cm
Gift of the Estate of M. Omer Lavallée
M992.110.90
© McCord Museum
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Lionel Corporation
About 1930, 20th century
15 x 31 cm
Gift of the Estate of M. Omer Lavallée
M992.110.90
© McCord Museum
Description
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Keys to History
Vital to the development of North America, a railroad links Canada from east to west in 1885. It promotes the rapid colonisation of Western Canada.
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What
This toy is an accurate reproduction of a rear carriage, which served as a sleeping car and workshop for the staff and operators of the train. It was part of a set of rails, locomotive and cars to put together.
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Where
This toy carriage was produced by the Lionel Company of the United States.
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When
The carriage was manufactured between 1926 and 1936. In the 1900s small electric trains began to be advertised in catalogues.
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Who
The main customer base targeted by the Lionel Company was the children of wealthy families.
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