boy's dream
by Tiberius

Comment by primabarbara:
Thank you for the explanation
I can understand why something like this is sought after by collectors.

boy's dream
by Tiberius

Comment by Tiberius:
It's the short name for the ex Socialist Republic of Romania: Oficiul Național De Turism Carpați - National Office for Tourism Carpathian.

This is a gift from friend but I do remember having a similar one when I was a small boy. Quite neat.

The ONT Carpați toy bus is a legendary piece of Romanian toy history, manufactured by the Metalogobus Factory in Bucharest between the 1960s and 1980s.
Key Details:
Manufacturer: Metaloglobus Bucharest.
Material: It is a friction-powered tin toy made primarily of metal with plastic or rubber wheels.
Branding: Labeled "ONT Carpați" after the Oficiul Național de Turism (National Tourism Office), which used similar full-sized coaches during the communist era.
Collectibility: These are now considered rare vintage items. Depending on their condition and original packaging, they can be found on collector sites

Message edited by author 2026-02-09 07:17:24.

boy's dream
by Tiberius

Comment by primabarbara:
Like the worn look and the shallow DOF.
Was its route through Romania, the Carpathians?

somewhere in a village
by Tiberius

Comment by Melethia:
I like that there is a face in that handle... and it is watching you!

somewhere in a village
by Tiberius

Comment by lovemelvin:
Very cinematic! <3 congratulations!

London Eye on a Sunny Day
by Tiberius

Comment by glad2badad:
Should have used a ND1000 filter and got the wheel in motion! Just kidding. :-) This is a nice representation of the subject.

tulips on a kitchen counter
by Tiberius

Comment by smardaz:
Overall contrast is a little flat and the lighting on the left and center shot is a bit harsh

somewhere in a village
by Tiberius

Comment by kanaj:
Not surprised this one made the top. It's forceful and compelling. Demands to be noticed. Congrats!

boy's dream
by Tiberius

Comment by Art Roflmao:
Great find & capture.

somewhere in a village
by Tiberius

Comment by glad2badad:
Nice subtle use of a leading line (with interest) that pulls us into the photo, even though the bg is blurred there's still a sense of depth to it.