{"product_id":"boxed-japanese-tin-cock-fighting-mechanical-toy","title":"Juguete japonés de hojalata a cuerda de pelea de gallos, dos gallos litografiados sobre bases con ruedas, caja original, década de 1950","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"jp-product\" data-world=\"Pop \u0026amp; Play\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-lede\"\u003eTwo boldly striped tin roosters advance on wheeled bases and clash in synchronized clockwork combat, a mid-1950s Japanese novelty that turns simple spring motion into miniature theater. Preserved in near-unused condition with crisp lithography and its dramatic illustrated box, it stands among the finest survivals of its type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Piece\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMechanical animal novelties formed one of the most imaginative segments of Japanese tin production in the 1950s. Unlike vehicles or aircraft, they relied on character, humor and choreographed motion rather than realism alone, and this cock fighting set exemplifies the approach through exaggerated posture, bold striping, assertive stance and theatrical interaction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach rooster is mounted on a wheeled base, so forward movement becomes part of the narrative. As the figures roll forward, tension builds toward a synchronized clash that feels choreographed rather than incidental, transforming simple clockwork into a miniature performance. That emphasis on animated storytelling distinguishes Japanese novelty toys of the era from their European counterparts, which often prioritized mechanical complexity over expressive design, and reflects a fascination with animation, performance and character that would later define Japanese popular culture across media.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe original box is critical. Packaging for novelty toys was frequently discarded, especially for pieces seen as playful rather than collectible. Here the box, color-printed with dramatic scene artwork, preserves the original visual language, frames the toy as an event rather than an object and invites anticipation before the mechanism is even engaged. Toy and box together form a complete mid-century ensemble balancing humor, craftsmanship and mechanical delight, a compact theatrical artifact of an era when imagination drove industrial design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"jp-details\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid-1950s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lithographed tinplate figures; pressed metal chassis; painted details\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Figures approx. 9–10 cm high each · Overall display footprint approx. 18–20 cm wide including rolling bases\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original illustrated printed cardboard box titled Cock Fighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMechanism:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clockwork spring drive propels both roosters forward; the opposing figures engage through synchronized motion, simulating a fight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNear-unused presentation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe tin figures retain crisp lithography and vibrant color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWheels, bases and linkages appear clean and straight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe box shows light edge wear consistent with careful storage, but remains structurally solid and visually strong.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAuthenticity \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLithographed tinplate figures on pressed metal chassis, accompanied by the original illustrated Cock Fighting box. Every piece is examined and documented in Japan before dispatch and is offered with the Japonista authenticity guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDelivery from Japan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePacked by hand in Japan and shipped insured and tracked by EMS or an equivalent express service. Import duties and taxes, where applicable, are payable on arrival. 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