Strauss Leaping Lena Jalopy

Creator

Preview

Creation Date

1920

Coverage

1890-2011

Date Range

circa 1920

Description

This lithographed tin jalopy was manufactured by Ferdinand Strauss Company in the 1920's. This unique wind-up toy features a clockwork mechanism that is activated with a key. When the jalopy is in motion, the jalopy leaps up, the partially detached front end drops down, and the back end twists to create a leaping effect while rolling. This comical toy is also decorated with humorous sayings.

Format

Digital Photograph

Source

Ralph L. Tomlinson Toy Collection, "Learning Through Play" Exhibit in Leatherby Library