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Connecticut Historical Society collection, 2011.374.5  © 2011 The Connecticut Historical Societ…
Tin Bumper Car
Connecticut Historical Society collection, 2011.374.5 © 2011 The Connecticut Historical Society.

Tin Bumper Car

Date1920-1939
MediumTin, paint
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (length x height x width ): 6 5/8 x 2 3/8 x 3 5/8in. (16.8 x 6 x 9.2cm)
ClassificationsEquipment
Credit LineConnecticut Museum of Culture and History collection
DescriptionWind-up tin toy bumper car with driver. Body of car is painted yellow with blue accents, including blue grill lines at front of car. Driver of car is painted green. Wind-up key on right side of car, with key and diagram. Three wooden wheels of different sizes on bottom.
Object number2011.374.5
Subject Terms
    On View
    Not on view
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    1858
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    1914
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    1858