Walka Bouncer Appraisal

Thayer Walka-Bouncer (in original packaging)

The item depicted is a brown corrugated cardboard box, typical for retail packaging or shipping. The box is printed with prominent pink (magenta) text that reads "Thayer. WALKA-BOUNCER" in a stylized, somewhat playful font. Below the main title, there are two line-art illustrations of a baby, demonstrating two modes of the product: "A WALKER - with casters in place" and "A BOUNCER - with casters removed". These illustrations are also in pink, indicating the dual functionality of the product. The box exhibits signs of wear consistent with age and handling; there are visible creases, scuffs, and areas of discoloration, particularly along the edges and corners. The top flaps of the box appear partially open and bent, suggesting it may have been opened previously or stored in variable conditions. A blue-bordered label or sticker is affixed to the top flap, with some illegible writing and a barcode appearing partially visible. The original shipping tape or sealing method is not fully observable; however, the overall condition suggests it is either an older, unopened stock item or a box that has been re-sealed or stored for an extended period. A small white square sticker is present on the front face, possibly a price tag or inventory sticker that has been partially removed. The print quality is typical for mass-produced packaging of its era, likely mid-20th century given the styling of the logo and illustrations. The robust construction of the cardboard indicates it was designed to protect its contents during transport and storage.