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Nostalgia Vault: Pop Culture & Vintage Toys and Comics
Lot 59:
Description
Large-scale display figure of the Maschinenmensch, known as Maria, from the 1927 Fritz Lang film Metropolis, housed in its original box. Manufactured by Masudaya in Japan, the figure is constructed of matte-gold-toned plastic and is modeled after the original character design by Walter Schulze-Mittendorff. The item includes its original black circular base and metal support rods for display. Also includes a Japanese promotional insert and poster detailing the history of the film and character. The figure is designed for display and includes a battery compartment in the base intended for two UM-2(C) batteries. Not tested. Box size 17.5″ H x 9″ W x 6″ D.
Condition report:
The figure is in very good condition with no visible breaks or significant surface wear. The original Styrofoam packaging is intact. The exterior cardboard box shows moderate shelf wear, including scuffing to the edges and light crushing and bowing to the side panels. The paper promotional insert shows light handling creases but no tears or significant foxing. Battery functionality has not been tested.
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