Terry Ulman's Brass Toy Collection
This collection of "Heavy Equipment" is a small portion of of a working art collection made by Terry "Brassman" Ulman (1951-2006).
Each miniature is a one of a kind work from Terry's imagination. He created these works as a form of therapy to help manage his many health issues, including Parkinson's disease.
Strong Arm
This model bulldozer has a 6-cylinder engine under the hood and has a very long list of functioning and moving parts. Strong Arm has 36 handmade links, a rotating fan blade, alternator, water pump, working pedals, levers, and gear shifters in the cab. This beautiful piece of brass work can also be completely disassembled, but we don't suggest it.
Hands Down
Tracked model excavator with no engine. The digging shovel is fully functional. Each miniature Terry made was of his own design and he crafted most of the parts for each toy himself.
Muscle Power
Model wheeled tractor with digger and backhoe, digging shovel is operable. For the more intricate parts of Terry's designs he often made and used his own tools.
Forklift
Model Forklift handcrafted from brass with working lifts and steering. The forklift is loaded loaded with weights for stability. It features two model wooden pallets made from popsicle sticks. In addition to custom made parts Terry accumulated items like springs from pens and watch gears which were incorporated into his works.
Old Boy
Model Straight-8 engine, wheeled tractor. Some of Terry's creations were made of the course of several days while others took up to a month to complete.
Sharp Tracks
Model bulldozer with working loader and ripper. Many pieces in this collection were entered in the Redwood Empire Fair and received a variety of prizes and ribbons. These imaginative and clever creations have captivated and delighted the people of Mendocino County and beyond.