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An English John Harper & Co. Ltd painted cast-iron 'Speaking Dog Bank',
girl dressed in red, 'Place a coin on the little girl's tray and push the lever; the girl lowers her arm and the coin slides into the sofa, as the dog simultaneously opens his mouth and lifts his tail. Release the lever; his mouth closes and his tail is set into wagging motion', circa 1902 (P-F) --7in. long
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girl dressed in red, 'Place a coin on the little girl's tray and push the lever; the girl lowers her arm and the coin slides into the sofa, as the dog simultaneously opens his mouth and lifts his tail. Release the lever; his mouth closes and his tail is set into wagging motion', circa 1902 (P-F) --7in. long
See Colour Plate