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Frank Nelson (1930-2012) The Drinker automaton

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Frank Nelson (1930-2012) The Drinker automaton

Item Details

Description

Frank Nelson (1930-2012), The Drinker automaton, #2, Lancashire, England, carved wood, with label, edition of 100, 6.25"w x 6.25"d x 12.25"h

Condition

A lever on the back released the front panel which reveals the drinker urinating into a pot. In overall very good condition. Having a few tight cracks, one to the face and to the bottle. An edge chip to one ear. A few paint flakes to the pot and shoe. Some minor paint loss. Automation works with ease. Very dusty. It seems that the plastic pump on the back at one time may pumped liquid, as tubes are present. Tubing remnants are visible at bottom of cup but do not appear to be attached to anything.

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Frank Nelson (1930-2012) The Drinker automaton

Name: Frank Nelson (1930-2012) The Drinker automaton
SKU: 46858855
Price: 650 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $300 - $400

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