Rare Vtg 60s Pride Creations Popsies Vampire Bat Wooden Toy Rolly Crump Era For Sale

This is a spectacular, collector-grade example of the highly coveted 1960s Pride Creations "Popsies" Wooden Vampire Bat. Originally concepted during the mid-century monster craze and designed by legendary Disney animator Rolly Crump, these hand-painted Japanese imports are incredibly rare to find in clean, functional condition today.100% Fully Functional: Pushing down on the body instantly triggers the crisp internal spring mechanism, popping up the iconic and highly legible "GIVE BLOOD" wooden sign from the head. The mechanism retracts smoothly without any sticking or jamming.The delicate hand-painted white details on the fangs, wing ribs, eyes, and webbed feet show virtually zero flaking or edge wear.The black lacquer paint remains remarkably smooth and bright overall. Please note there is a couple tiny paint nick/scratches. They are tiny and does not distract from shelf display, but is noted for full transparency!Features the highly sought-after, intact original paper "JAPAN" sticker firmly affixed to the bottom of the foot—the ultimate confirmation of authenticity for discerning collectors.It is a top-tier specimen that will instantly anchor any vintage Halloween, mid-century kitsch, or classic pop-art novelty toy collection.
Please view all photos carefully to appreciate the phenomenal state of this 60+ year old treasure. I took pictures of anything I saw no matter how tiny.