20th May, 2021 11:30

The Works of Art, Medals, Militaria & Furniture Auction

 
Lot 1396
 

A VICTORIAN AUTOMATON OF A CONJURER

VICTORIAN AUTOMATON OF A CONJURER,
modelled standing in front of table, the hands moving and the centre of the table rotating to reveal one of four mystery objects when active, 77cm high

 

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Sold for £2,600
Estimated at £600 - £800


Condition Report

Added images show the external condition of the automaton, please also click this link to see a short video of the piece 'in action':

https://youtu.be/dDPWowtnUQQ




 
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