Maker record
Heyde
Georg Heyde founded a metal-toy business in Dresden in 1872. It became known especially for three-dimensional lead soldiers, including figures about five centimetres high, and also made other metal toys and figures. The firm expanded its workshop and foundry in the 1890s, and its catalogue around 1909 reflects a broad commercial operation. After the First World War reduced its foreign markets, Heyde continued with new products and later catalogues, including a 1935 novelty list. Production continued during the Second World War, though a 1945 fire damaged the foundry and moulds.
- Founded
- 1872
- Final year
- 1944
- Countries
- Germany
- Locations
- Dresden, Germany
- Founders
- Georg Heyde
The story of Heyde
Established in 1872 in Dresden, Germany, the Heyde brand sprung to life under Arthur Heyde. Heyde, a silver chaser by trade, plunged into the world of toys with his detailed miniatures that resonated with contemporary life forms. The brand gained prominence particularly for the intricacies in their small-scale models. Marking its pinnacle during the early 20th century from lead soldiers to zoo animals, Heyde captured various facets of reality in miniature form. An interesting fact to note - the brand's demise came during the deadly bombings of World War II, which left their factories completely destroyed.
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Heyde (?) antique tinplate carriage with metal horses, approx. 10-12 cm, c.1900View in the museum
Heyde (?) antique tinplate carriage with metal horses, approx. 10-12 cm, c.1900View in the museum
Heyde (?) antique tinplate carriage with metal horses, approx. 10-12 cm, c.1900View in the museum
Heyde (?) antique tinplate carriage with metal horses, approx. 10-12 cm, c.1900View in the museum