{"product_id":"dessin-original-voiture-de-course-dinky-toys-sur-calque-projet-scalextric","title":"Original Dinky Toys racing car drawing on tracing paper, Scalextric project","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis document is an original racing car drawing on tracing paper. The drawing shows a red vehicle, seen from a three-quarter front view, with meticulous details such as headlights, grille, stylized wheels, and the number \"61\" inscribed on both the hood and the side door. This type of representation clearly evokes preparatory work or a design plan, typical of the creative processes of miniature car manufacturers like Dinky Toys or for Scalextric tracks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe dominant color is a vivid red, applied mainly to the bodywork, while the mechanical elements (wheels, grille, headlights) are rendered in gray pencil. The hand-drawn lines reveal a mastery of technical drawing, combined with an expressive style, characteristic of the graphic research phases for model cars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe medium used is translucent tracing paper, which was traditionally used to superimpose different elements during model design, particularly to adjust proportions or prepare templates for the manufacturing of die-cast toys.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe inscription \"61\" is clearly legible, reinforcing the prototype aspect of a competition car. No other text or logo is visible on the presented side. The overall condition shows some traces of use or handling on the edges, without affecting the main drawing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis type of drawing on tracing paper is typical of the design archives of models for Dinky Toys or Scalextric, two iconic automobile toy brands of the 20th century. It is a representative example of the graphic development phase preceding the industrial production of miniatures or track accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item, sold as is. Some traces of handling or wear on the edges of the tracing paper, main drawing well preserved, visible colors and clear outlines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e Preparatory drawings on tracing paper were commonly used by Dinky Toys and Scalextric design teams during the second half of the 20th century. This process allowed them to validate the lines and proportions of models before manufacturing, and constituted an essential step in the creation of these brands' iconic miniature cars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCareful packaging and fast shipping. Professional seller specializing in antique items and graphic documents related to toys and automobiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: car drawing on tracing paper, Dinky Toys plan, Scalextric project, automotive sketch, paper car model, toy preparatory drawing, Dinky concept art, miniature car plan, automotive technical drawing, paper car drawing, Scalextric car sketch, automotive prototype sketch\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54255131492679,"sku":"EBAY-315871194228","price":13.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/s-l1600_1dadb406-2f61-4a83-9fc0-6eb0fa7f6cc2.jpg?v=1782758215","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/dessin-original-voiture-de-course-dinky-toys-sur-calque-projet-scalextric","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}