FRENCH AUTOMATON WITH BALLERINA.

FRENCH AUTOMATON WITH BALLERINA. A fine, outstanding automaton attributed to Roullet et DeCamps from the first part of the 20th century featuring a young lady pirouetting about a velvet covered box. Many motions including lifting of left leg, turning of head, and shifting of torso from left to right. Dressed in a fanciful ballerina outfit, complete with flowers. Figure features bisque hands and a bisque shoulder plate houses the bisque Simon & Halbig head, which were often used by makers of automatons. The piece appears to be in all original, untouched condition, including the velvet covered base. Mechanism is in fine working order and music box plays a fine melody that can easily be heard. SIZE: 19″ h. CONDITION: Very fine original condition. 1-12540 (2,500-3,500)

Auction: Advertising, Toy & Doll - Fall 2012

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
	3385	$3,910.00	FRENCH AUTOMATON WITH BALLERINA. A fine, outstanding automaton attributed to Roullet et DeCamps from the first part of the 20th century featuring a young lady pirouetting about a velvet covered box. Many motions including lifting of left leg, turning of head, and shifting of torso from left to right. Dressed in a fanciful ballerina outfit, complete with flowers. Figure features bisque hands and a bisque shoulder plate houses the bisque Simon & Halbig head, which were often used by makers of automatons. The piece appears to be in all original, untouched condition, including the velvet covered base. Mechanism is in fine working order and music box plays a fine melody that can easily be heard. SIZE: 19″ h. CONDITION: Very fine original condition. 1-12540 (2,500-3,500) Auction: Advertising, Toy & Doll - Fall 2012 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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