Revised: 8/3/2016

Please Note: “Probably by Hoyt” should be removed from the description. This automation was made by Hoyt. We guarantee this to be Hoyt.

HOYT “BLACK FARMER” AUTOMATON.

Late 19th/early 20th century, Germany. Probably by Hoyt, original paper label now absent. Mechanical key-wind, die cut lithograph depicting black farmer in cap, checked shirt and overalls. Brass spring-driven clock movement controls the head to tilt left and right while mouth opens and closes and eyes also move left to right. The whole mounted in shadowbox oak frame with silver slip under glass. SIZE: 21-1/2″ x 16-1/2″ sight. 27″ h x 22 ” w overall. CONDITION: Backboard on frame a replacement. Movement original and functioning. Slight yellowing to cream background and to lower area of bust figure. Otherwise good and untouched. 50461-1 (2,000-3,000) – Lot 3167

Auction: Fine Art, Asian & Antique Auction - August 2016

Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	3167	$0.00	Revised: 8/3/2016 Please Note: “Probably by Hoyt” should be removed from the description. This automation was made by Hoyt. We guarantee this to be Hoyt. HOYT “BLACK FARMER” AUTOMATON. Late 19th/early 20th century, Germany. Probably by Hoyt, original paper label now absent. Mechanical key-wind, die cut lithograph depicting black farmer in cap, checked shirt and overalls. Brass spring-driven clock movement controls the head to tilt left and right while mouth opens and closes and eyes also move left to right. The whole mounted in shadowbox oak frame with silver slip under glass. SIZE: 21-1/2″ x 16-1/2″ sight. 27″ h x 22 ” w overall. CONDITION: Backboard on frame a replacement. Movement original and functioning. Slight yellowing to cream background and to lower area of bust figure. Otherwise good and untouched. 50461-1 (2,000-3,000) – Lot 3167 Auction: Fine Art, Asian & Antique Auction - August 2016 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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HOYT “BLACK FARMER” AUTOMATON.