Giant Playmobil Western Indian 160 cm 1980, with original patina
🔥 Pièce unique – 1 exemplaire disponible
This giant Playmobil Western Indian figure is an official model produced in 1980 by Playmobil, and is part of the German brand’s first generation of giant figures. Standing 160 cm tall, it depicts a Native American warrior from the Wild West theme, one of Playmobil’s most iconic and timeless series. The figure wears traditional attire: a bright golden-yellow bare torso, adorned with stylised black patterns reminiscent of war paint. Around the torso, a blue and white fabric band featuring red geometric patterns represents the traditional belt. The arms and legs, made of gold-yellow plastic and fully articulated, showcase Playmobil’s expertise in articulation. The head, painted in bright orange in Playmobil’s signature style, features distinctive facial features: expressive round eyes and a benevolent smile. A glossy black hairstyle, adorned with a bright red headband holding the hair in place, completes the look. The feet are painted dark blue. The figure exudes a majestic presence that honours Native American culture.
This example is preserved in its original period patina — showing slight signs of ageing and faint traces of 46 years’ storage — which authenticate its provenance without any artificial restoration. The plastic retains its intact structure, with no cracks or warping. The joints in the arms and head remain smooth and functional. All period decals and paintwork are fully preserved. This authentic preservation of the passage of time — where every minor mark tells a story spanning four decades — lends this piece inestimable value amongst purist collectors.
This giant Playmobil Western Indian figure is an extremely rare and almost impossible-to-find acquisition for Playmobil collectors worldwide. The giant Playmobil figures from 1980 — the first year of production — are among the rarest and most sought-after of all time. The Western/Native American theme, iconic at Playmobil since its foundation, adds an exceptional cultural and historical dimension. A complete set, with its original patina intact and joints preserved, represents an almost legendary find for passionate collectors. This piece transcends the status of a mere toy to become a living fragment of Playmobil’s history and the play culture of the 1980s.
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2 900 €
🔥 Pièce unique – 1 exemplaire disponible
🔥 Pièce unique – 1 exemplaire disponible
- FREE DELIVERY in 78, Paris, and 91, 92, 93, 94 and 95.
- Return within 14 days
Playmobil, founded in 1974 in Germany, created a Far West range from its earliest days, one of the brand’s most enduring and recognizable thematic universes. The Native American warrior character became a timeless archetype, representing respect for nature, courage, and a certain mystique. In 1980, a pivotal year, Playmobil produced a very limited series of oversized figures, notably to support the brand’s commercial expansion during its period of maximum growth. The oversized Native American warrior embodies the essence of the Playmobil Far West universe: authenticity, dignity, and an imposing presence. These 1980 oversized figures, the first of their kind, became immediately scarce due to an extremely limited production run.
The year 1980 represents the peak of Playmobil’s innovation and the beginning of its worldwide dominance of the educational toy market. The oversized figures symbolize Playmobil’s ambitious marketing strategy: striking pieces designed to decorate the windows of partner stores, theme parks, and trade shows. The Native American warrior, with his war paint motifs and distinctive headband, embodies a Playmobil philosophy of respect for cultures and identities. As time passed and cultural sensitivities shifted, the production of these oversized figures gradually came to an end. Today, more than 45 years after its manufacture, this 1980 oversized Native American warrior represents a prized find for collectors — a living testimony to Playmobil’s history and the play culture of the brand’s first decades.
Giant Playmobil Western Indian Native American figure, 160 cm, 1980s, first generations. Native American Wild West theme, a very rare collector’s item. Original period patina preserved. Articulated arms and head. Made in Germany. An exceptional piece for collectors of vintage Playmobil.
Origin: GermanyMaterials: Plastic
Year: 1980
Condition: Original patina
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Height: 63.0 in
Width: 31.5 in
Depth: 19.7 in
Weight: 33.1 lbs
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