Automaton Doll

One of a kind and amazing French automaton from the prestigious house of Lambert (1858-1935) and Jumeau, "Marquise".

This is a true treasure for seasoned doll collectors! This 19th century doll by Jumeau was crafted in France circa 1870. The doll's head and right arm are in motion when the music is...

This absolutely spellbinding peacock automaton is attributed to the French toy-making company Roullet et Decamps. Its papier mâché body contains a highly elaborate clockwork system t...

This spellbinding peacock automaton is attributed to the French toy-making company Roullet et Decamps. Its papier-mâché body contains a highly elaborate clockwork system that allows ...

Unusual automaton music box ballerina, working mechanics, articulated side to side and glowing electric lights.

Creepy clockwork musical automaton figure Creepy comes to mind when you turn the clockwork mechanism and pull the start switch on this figure.

Mid-20th century Automaton signing bird in cage music box by Karl Griesbaum. Made in Germany, working condition. 12 1/4" top of loop, 6 1/4 "dia. We have been a major source for t...

19th Century French Violinist automaton with dome This original and well-aged late 19th Century French automaton has most certainly seen better days. Dated to the 1870 – 1880s, this...

Michel Marcu Mid-20th Century Tightrope Walker Automaton Figure An unworking automaton example by Michel Marcu from the mid-20th Century. The respected maker of French automatons Mi...

Vintage singing bird in a gilded cage automaton C.1930s This charming little red bid sings when you wind her up The mechanics are in working condition and the bird chirps away ...

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this vintage French musical and moving Automaton Jester clown A very good looking and well made piece, the ...

The German manufacturer Gottlieb Zinner & Sohn produced sensational mechanical dolls and toys from 1845-1926. They worked in mostly bisque and wood and were a world leader in making ...

originals from the 19th century, with small defects due to age, ideal for collectors of automatons and antique dolls. each measures approximately cm w 15-20 x H 30

Mid-20th century automaton figure We are proud to offer a fully working one off automaton figure in the form of a creepy baby doll.

One inventor offered him the drawings of an automaton of a doll- gardener carrying a cart. Due to his own well-organized production of cogwheels and other mechanical details Roullet ...

19th century articulated automaton doll We are proud to offer a highly collectable and rare example of a late - 19th century English Folk Art, fully articulated hand carved wooden ...

Here is a treasure for doll collector! This 19th century doll by Jumeau was crafted in France, circa 1870; the doll's head and right arm are in motion when the music is been played b...

Antique Smoking Turkish Automaton A fascinating 20th-century automaton depicting a seated Turkish figure smoking a shisha. This automaton is in perfect working condition, both mecha...

A fine quality therapeutic musical automaton clown toy in wonderful vintage condition. Features porcelain head, hands and feet. Made in France during the 1950s and is in perfect w...

Antique French Automaton Singing Bird In Brass Cage C1900 Measures - 11 3/8" x 6" x 6"

19th century "Classroom" Automaton G.A. Schwarz, PA, circa 1880 Measures: 17" wide x 11" deep x 3" high at the Base The teacher measures 8" high and the students measure 5" hig...

A small and unusual lithographed tinplate automaton - 'The Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace.' Most probably German manufacture, with USA and UK patents, circa 1930,...

This rare playful presentation features wonderful detailed faces, charming actions and whimsical music. Arranged on a faux bois paper covered wooden platform, a young organ grinder a...

This antique mechanical toy music box shows no maker's signature, but is presumed to have been made in Germany in approximately 1900 in a period Bohemian style. The box is constructe...

Magnificent and rare automaton pianist doll under a globe made by automaton repairer and manufacturer Jean Farkas in the 1950s.

1960s vintage automaton of a Texas cowboy doll playing drum. Mechanical cowboy doll, moving doll who plays on the tin drum and moves his upper body.

This original mechanical doll (automaton) was made by Bru, a french company, at the end of the 19th century.

This is a sand-powered acrobatic automaton. When the box is rotated and set down, the sand turns a wheel (axle) which allows the trapeze artist to move through the air.

Music or phonograph cabinet making radio and record player. It is made of veneer and nicely carved.

An original Armand Marseille doll, etched into the bisque at her nape is her edition number “370 AM-2/0X-DEP”. Bisque head and hands. Her feet wear perfect little white leather shoes...

Victorian ebonized music cabinet, Late 1890s Victorian era ebonized music cabinet. Incised design in front and sides. 2 doors reveal additional storage.  

This charming 1930s Art Deco figural porcelain bell beautifully captures the whimsical and melancholic spirit of the classic French theatrical character, Pierrot. Emerging from the C...

Early 19th Century Marionette Puppets A rare untouched example of two hand crafted early 19th century marionette puppets, likely to be French in origin. Their heads made from ca...

We found this wonderful 19th century French marionette in Rouen France. The puppet, and its art form, have been a mainstay of French cultural life for hundreds of years and is integr...

Collection of 3 Italian 19th century Marionettes A fantastic set of 3 19th century hand crafted marionette puppets. All with original cotton, silk and valour clothing intact, han...

This rare bisque porcelain doll , a so called Marotte, was created out of bisque porcelain in 1880 ca. The doll is dressed as a jester, the two tone costume and bonnet are in good co...

This colorful tree of life (árbol de la vida) with a toy like aspect is a unique piece by Marco Antonio Castillo, son of renowned artist Alfonso Castillo. Hand made with natural clay...

Offered is an absolutely stunning toy castle, it is a beautiful example of early 20th century trench folk art, German handmade craft. The architectural detailing in the crenellated t...

A rare and finely executed altar model, South Germany, circa 1790, conceived as a miniature architectural study for a church high altar, complete with its original painted decoration...

Welcome to surrealism. A rare, collectable, first edition, Salvador Dali art and recipe cookbook, 'Les Diners de Gala', 1971, Paris, France. (Copy/text is in English language.) A gre...

Rene Lalique clear and frosted glass L'elegance perfume bottle. This pattern features two dancing female figures amongst flowers. Sepia stained relief details. Moulded, 'R. LALIQUE' ...

19th century pair of ornate gilded relicquaries made of brass with a gilt finish. The feature highly decorative Baroque or Rococo-style detailing, including intricate scrollwork, f...

This incredible, one-of-a-kind watch display cabinet brings together the beauty of an antique with the functionality of modern technology. Crafted of mahogany, this 19th century jewe...

Custom neon sign with aluminum channel cut letters. COME ON IN, lights up with green neon gas. Just under 6 feet long. Welcoming sign and fun piece of art. Glass in great condition....

This is a wonderful example of a canopy bed from Shanghai Province, China. Made of Chinese Northern Elm, this bed features hoofed feet and multiple floral carvings. The exterior ...

Small classical style wood/coal stove in blue enamelled cast iron, decorated with a garland of flowers. From French Mirus manufacture. It is sold purely for decoration. This can be u...

An Imperial Japanese Meiji Shibayama Tea Ceremony Cabinet by The Tokugawa Samurai Clan. This extraordinary Meiji-period shibayama cabinet, attributed to the Tokugawa samurai clan, s...

An exquisite antique Japanese Meiji period Shibayama Shodana cabinet, circa 1880. One of the finest antique Shibayama cabinets one will see, the cabinet is finely inlaid and overlaid...