Blue Dinky Toys Scalextric car transfer drawing, 10 cm illustration

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Description

This piece features a drawing on tracing paper, depicting a coupé-style racing car, viewed from a three-quarter front angle. The vehicle is illustrated in blue, with the number "16" inscribed on the hood and side door. The general shape is reminiscent of the iconic Dinky Toys miniature car models associated with the Scalextric universe. The bodywork is treated with a volumetric effect, emphasized by hatching and shaded areas, typical of a technical drawing or a preparatory design for a miniature toy.

The drawing stands out for its precision in rendering visible details: headlights, central air intake, inclined windshield, marked wheel arches, and stylized rims. The blue color, uniformly applied to the bodywork, contrasts with the uncolored areas of the tracing paper, accentuating the model's sporty silhouette. The outlines are drawn in pencil, and the numbering "1/2" is visible in the upper right corner, suggesting a series or a working sheet.

The appearance of the support, typical of tracing paper, shows slight transparency and a slightly ivory hue, characteristic of the supports used for technical or artistic sketches. No specific period is mentioned, but the drawing style and the typography of the number recall illustrations from the second half of the 20th century. No logo or brand is inscribed on the visible side, apart from the names Dinky Toys and Scalextric in the provided keywords.

The drawing is presented flat, without framing or additional visible support. No major defects are visible on the surface, apart from slight marks consistent with prolonged use or storage. The whole offers a faithful overview of the aesthetics of miniature racing cars, particularly those associated with the Dinky Toys and Scalextric universes.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. Slight yellowing of the tracing paper and possible traces of handling, without major alteration to the visible drawing.

Did you know? Dinky Toys, a pioneering brand of die-cast toys, produced numerous models inspired by iconic racing cars from the 1950s onwards. Collaborations or thematic links with Scalextric, a specialist in electric circuits, have marked the imagination of miniature car and model racing enthusiasts.

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