RARE BLACK BANJO PLAYER “VICHY” AUTOMATON.

RARE BLACK BANJO PLAYER “VICHY” AUTOMATON. Another spectacular piece of early French automata. Sitting upon a matching velvet covered pedestal, the minstrel’s hand strums banjo while tapping his foot as his head moves about to the music. SIZE: 23 1/4″ t. CONDITION: Eyes do not blink. Clothes are somewhat frayed and re-sewn in places. Some minor scuffs, and music box, which plays 2 tunes, needs some re-tuning, otherwise generally good. 1-26932 (12,500-17,500)

Auction: Advertising, Toy & Doll - Fall 2001

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
	1180	$0.00	RARE BLACK BANJO PLAYER “VICHY” AUTOMATON. Another spectacular piece of early French automata. Sitting upon a matching velvet covered pedestal, the minstrel’s hand strums banjo while tapping his foot as his head moves about to the music. SIZE: 23 1/4″ t. CONDITION: Eyes do not blink. Clothes are somewhat frayed and re-sewn in places. Some minor scuffs, and music box, which plays 2 tunes, needs some re-tuning, otherwise generally good. 1-26932 (12,500-17,500) Auction: Advertising, Toy & Doll - Fall 2001 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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