Horikawa New Television Robot, Historical Operation, 29 cm
Horikawa New Television Robot, Historical Operation, 29 cm
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A blue body and red feet sit beneath the television-like chest window of this Horikawa robot.
The Piece
Front, rear and side views show the domed head and battery area, while additional photographs record the printed box and an illuminated chest during a past demonstration. The original description identifies a New Television Robot and gives a height of approximately 29 cm. It reports that both the television effect and walking operated with batteries at that time. Those are historical observations, not a fresh test or a promise that the same functions work today. Other maker names used as search terms do not establish that this actual toy was made by them.
Details
- Model: New Television Robot, historically identified
- Maker: Horikawa named in the original account
- Height: Historical approximately 29 cm (11.4 in)
- Mechanism: Battery-operated television display and walking described
- Historical operation: Television and walking reported working then
- Present function: No new operation or electrical-safety test
- Colour: Blue body, dark head and red feet photographed
- Packaging: Printed robot box pictured; correspondence/completeness unverified
- Gallery evidence: 10 current views; original page indicates 13 frames
Historical descriptions and pictured components do not establish present mechanical safety, a complete original set or an authenticated manufacture date.
Condition
The original descriptive condition is no conspicuous damage or staining, with minor use acknowledged; no individual letter grade is given. A past illuminated chest photograph is not a current safety assessment. The battery compartment, rear panel, feet and moving joints require an in-hand review for hidden corrosion, loose components and subsequent wear. See Japanese condition ranks for grading context.
Authenticity & Care
Keep as a display collectible until a competent vintage-toy specialist has inspected the mechanism, wiring and battery contacts. Do not insert batteries simply to repeat a historical demonstration, force the limbs or dismantle the body at home. Store without batteries, away from damp and direct heat; dust secure exterior surfaces gently with a dry soft brush. Painted edges, moving parts and old electrical components warrant careful handling. Historical operation does not establish present electrical or mechanical safety.
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