Lot #72: Collection of Vintage Mid-Century Wooden Pull Toys - New Zealand Kiwiana & Kouvalias (Greece)

Vibrant assembly of handcrafted wooden pull and push toys, primarily from the mid-20th century. A significant highlight of the collection is the inclusion of several Buzzy Bee toys, a beloved cultural icon of New Zealand. Designed in the 1930s by Maurice Schlesinger, these stylized bees feature rotating wings that produce a classic clicking sound when pulled. The lot includes both original-style bees and the "Queen Buzzy Bee" variation, identifiable by her polyethylene crown. The collection also features exceptional pieces from Kouvalias, a renowned Greek toy manufacturer known for high-quality, colorful wooden designs. Notable Kouvalias items include: A classic walking caterpillar with a top hat, which "wiggles" and makes noise as it is pulled. An articulated centipede/cricket toy with multiple moving legs. Other notable pieces in the lot include: Articulated Figures: Several jointed wooden figures, including a large black cat with moving limbs, similar in style to early 20th-century Schoenhut or Felix the Cat collectibles. Animal Pull Toys: A rooster on wheels and various other insect-themed rolling toys. Miniatures: Small wooden figures such as the "Yellow Little Cat" and assorted hand-painted insects. Condition: Most items show wear consistent with age and play, including minor paint loss and surface patina, which adds to their vintage charm. Many retain their original pull strings. This lot is an excellent opportunity for collectors of Kiwiana, vintage wooden toys, or European mid-century design. Pickup category timeslot {A}