Bursting with bright, storybook charm, this delightful wooden pull toy was made by the German maker Mertens-Kunst. Titled Mädi (a sweet German diminutive for “girl”), she wears a polka dot blouse, flower-adorned blue dungarees, stripy tights, and a big blue bow in her auburn hair, every detail joyfully painted by hand.

Pull the red bead and her legs swing outward with cheerful energy, a classic bit of mechanical midcentury design. Stamped on the reverse No. 10207 Mädi – Made in West Germany, she’s a charming relic of playful European design, full of joy and colour.

A perfect decorative piece for a child’s room, vintage toy shelf, or anyone drawn to nostalgic, handmade treasures.

Length: 11.5cm x Width: 8.5cm