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Rare French bisque head violinist automaton

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Rare French bisque head violinist automaton

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Description

Rare French bisque head violinist automaton, 19th c., possibly Vichy or Lambert, painted papier mache rockwork base, silk clothing, base bears old paper label "2 Airs - 1. Paris Nouveau... 2. Les Vict... ", 18.5"h x 10.5"w x 9"d

Condition

good, shows age, paint loss, working condition (music plays and figure moves), lacking bow, clothing distressed and tattered

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Rare French bisque head violinist automaton

Name: Rare French bisque head violinist automaton
SKU: 35624185
Price: 9000 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $2,500 - $3,500

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Starting Price $1,200

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