Toy Train

Dateca. 1930

Mediumpine

Dimensions5 1/2 × 5 × 15 in. (14 × 12.7 × 38.1 cm)

ClassificationsRecreational Objects

Credit LineAlbuquerque Museum, gift of The Storehouse

Object numberPC1980.36.3

DescriptionThis toy train, appearing to be constructed out of pine wood that has been painted over, is black with red accents on the front surface and details on the top portion. The main portion of the train is cylindrical, while the back portion is characterized by a small square shape with a small, rectangular window. There are six wheels on each side of the train, with the two smallest ones at the front of the train. Additionally, the train showcases a silver bumper in the very front, likely constructed of a thin metal. Appearing less realistic than other train models during this time period, this toy train symbolizes the more child-like and playful element of historical train toys as opposed to the intricately detailed and model-accurate renditions of other toy trains.

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