The surface is painted gold and perhaps is original. Very good condition without repairs. Dates about 1900, I believe. Sold Folk art toy,Antique American folk art tin toys,this American children's toy tin rocking lion is full bodied and has a rattle inside. Cast iron telephone pole for use with a train set.
All pieces have paint flakes appropriate to age.
Each time the top stops after being spun, the three windows show a different scene. The Brownies are engaged in a variety of antics, but the best involves a baseball game. One Brownie even wears an catcher's mask and pads. European, probably German, circa 1900. The soldier's head may represent Bismarck.