Hammer highlights
FAR from perfect but with the attraction of the name Bing, three early 20th century tinplate clockwork cars consigned by a single vendor were the main draw at a toys sale at Sworders (22% buyer’s premium) at Stansted Mountfitchet on February 21.
Leading the way was a c.1910 tonneau car. Back then a tonneau meant a vehicle with a rear compartment and rear entry for passengers rather than the waterproof cover of modern usage. The 10½in (27cm) long car lacked its clockwork engine but sold to a collector at £900 against a £500-800 estimate.