I purchased this set over fourty years ago from the West German family maker that owned the slate molds, then cast and hand painted each figure. There are 15 flat tin figures. Largest tree with serpent is is about 2 1/2" tall. Complete sets in this condition are very rare. A touch up paint to one of palm trees is the only note on fine condition. The original slate mold for this set was carved in about 1830, this set is a newer casting and painting, but it is in essence a very old toy-collec ...click for details
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