Cretors "Tosty Rosty Man"

 Jointed Clown Figure


Information

aw item number:  1999.069
manufacturer:  C. Cretors & Company, Chicago IL
size:  3.25"L x 9.25"H x 2"W
acquisition date:  1/1/1999
composition:  Cast iron & wood

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status:  Collection

description:  "Tosty Rosty Man" is a small action figure that is permanently mounted to Cretors corn poppers and peanut roasters.  The cast iron head, jointed arms and legs are attached to a wooden block body. Tosty Rosty's traditional wardrobe is a colorful clown costume.

information:  The automatic figure, a particular feature of Cretor's machines, turns a small glass cylinder full of peanuts, demonstrating the old way peanuts were roasted. This trademarked feature attracts children and adults alike.


 

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