24″ CLOCKWORK NODDING FATHER CHRISTMAS.

24″ CLOCKWORK NODDING FATHER CHRISTMAS. A marvelous example of a circa 1910-1920 papier mache Santa with a clockwork mechanism (original key included) contained within his chest. Mechanism appears to be functional but head/rod in need of minor adjustments. Frocked in red felt with various trims, Father Christmas is holding a tree with candles in his right hand, a basket with presents, and nodding approval of delivery for good little boys and girls. Santa is standing upon a wooden base covered in mica with an original Germany paper label on underside. SIZE: 24″ tall. CONDITION: Overall condition is excellent, some dustiness to clothing and typical minor crazing to papier mache. 1-7835 (4,500-6,500)

Auction: Advertising, Toy & Doll - Fall 2007

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
	11	$0.00	24″ CLOCKWORK NODDING FATHER CHRISTMAS. A marvelous example of a circa 1910-1920 papier mache Santa with a clockwork mechanism (original key included) contained within his chest. Mechanism appears to be functional but head/rod in need of minor adjustments. Frocked in red felt with various trims, Father Christmas is holding a tree with candles in his right hand, a basket with presents, and nodding approval of delivery for good little boys and girls. Santa is standing upon a wooden base covered in mica with an original Germany paper label on underside. SIZE: 24″ tall. CONDITION: Overall condition is excellent, some dustiness to clothing and typical minor crazing to papier mache. 1-7835 (4,500-6,500) Auction: Advertising, Toy & Doll - Fall 2007 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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