Creepy Automaton

Creepy clockwork musical automaton figure

Creepy comes to mind when you turn the clockwork mechanism and pull the start switch on this figure. As the tinny music plays, the arms of this figure move up and down, and the left arm twist 60% upwards. The ceramic dolls head which is stamped to the reverse moves from right to left, and back again. The motion is smooth and repeated until the clockwork mechanism winds down, about 5 minutes run time roughly. Stood on a purpose build wooden base the figure itself is constructed from a composite material of sorts with sections of mesh linen on the surface. The mechanism movement is visible from both the front and the rear.

Origin: French

Material: Wood, Composite, Ceramic

Age: 1900 - 1920

Size: Height 20” x Width 6.5” x Depth 6”

Condition Report

1.       Worn surface area.

2.       Loss of painted detail

3.       Light chips and loss to entire item

4.       The item works perfectly with strong sound.

This item is untouched in form, it is firmly in place.

Its exceedingly difficult to photograph all the areas of these pieces, therefore we strongly suggest reviewing all the photos provided as part of this advert and propose questions where sections are unclear to avoid disappointment upon purchase.

For multiple years we have sold antique and vintage items globally, please expect our items to show relevant age and natural wear, Items are only restored due to breaks and loss, and we always stipulate this in our condition report.