French Automaton

Walking stick automaton dog head, self defense cane. Very rare, and in excellent condition for Age; just minor wear and old patina from use over many decades. The handle is a carved ...

1915 French automaton birds singing and tweeting in a brass birdcage.

This automaton battleship clock is an impeccable example of the complex artistry of Industrial timepieces.

It is truly a wonderful example of the Industrial series of clocks popular in French horology during the late 19th century. French industrial clocks are among the most creative an...

An antique French automaton offers singing bird in cage with scroll and foliate decoration, wind-up operation, stamped on base as photographed, c1890 Measures- 11'' H x 6.25'' W x...

A French automaton: a cage with birds in gilded brass.

This is a large mechanical singing birds cage automaton by famous French automaton maker Bontems.

19th Century French Violinist automaton with dome This original and well-aged late 19th Century French automaton has most certainly seen better days.

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

The respected maker of French automatons Michel created some amazing examples including this one.

A mechanical bird sings in its gilded cage in this exceptionally rare French automaton. Combining outstanding artistry with mechanical genius, the gilt brass cage is mounted with han...

This absolutely spellbinding peacock automaton is attributed to the French toy-making company Roullet et Decamps.

This spellbinding peacock automaton is attributed to the French toy-making company Roullet et Decamps.

Taking the form of a battleship, this French automaton clock is a spellbinding example of the complex artistry of industrial timepieces.

French, circa 1880. Measures: 44" wide x 10 1/4" deep x 48 1/2" high.

Rare French Paper Mache Roullet Decamps Automaton Growler Dog A rare and truly wonderful example of a Roullet & Decamps papier Mache pull along dog toy.

Extraordinary Jumeau automaton doll with music box, made in France in the late 19th century.

Antique early 20th century rare French solid silver-gilt singing bird automaton box, of rectangular form, guilloche enameled in translucent blue over a sun ray and wavy engine-turned...

19th century Roullet et Decamps Automaton cow We are proud to offer a rare circa 1880 automaton mooing cow, attributed to Roullet et Decamps and large.

This beautiful mantel clock is modelled on the Torre de Belém in Lisbon, Portugal, and incorporates an unusual mechanical automaton device that periodically moves the ship. The ci...

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

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...

France, circa 1930.

Antique French Quarterdeck Automaton Helmsman Clock by Andre Guilmet (Paris), Retailed by J.

Early 20th century fairground automaton soldiers We are proud to offer a rare example of an early 20th century fairground automaton display.

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 ...

Antique early-20th century rare French solid silver-gilt singing bird automaton box, of rectangular form, guilloche enamelled in translucent blue over a sun ray and wavy engine-turne...

A brass wire cage with knob finial and loop handle; set on a slivered brass base with an ornate repousse frieze of frolicking putti; the whole supported by three turned brass feet; t...

Blaise Bontems, an extremely fine and rare automaton double singing bird music box, in the form of a Porcelain Jardinière, 1870-1880, Paris. Bird with turquoise plumage, articulat...

Important French Automaton circa 1880 representing river scenery with boat, train, rural houses and animals.

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

An antique French automaton music box offers singing bird seated on foliate branch in brass cage, circa 1880 ***DELIVERY NOTICE – Due to COVID-19 we are employing NO-CONTACT PRACTIC...

Antique French romantic period ormolu cased automaton fountain clock with Gothic architectural tower and lion's head fountain spout.

This antique birdcage was found in Paris; crafted circa 1890, the cage is rounded in shape with a dome. Inside it, a miniature automaton feathered colorful bird sits on a branch and ...

1910 Automaton singing feathered bird in brass gilt cage, marked France.

Inside the gilded cage, there are two miniature automaton birds. The birds are realistic with their life-like colors and feathered texture.

Here we have a wonderful example of the industrial series popular in French horology. When the animation movement is wound the train’s wheels and linkages spin, triggered by the hour...

Beautiful 20th century French automaton gilt bronze singing birdcage from the 1900s.

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...

One of the more rare Automaton pieces, “Ethiopian Flutist” was manufactured circa 1870 and was a signature piece aimed at the wealthy international clientele attending the 1878 Paris...

Rare and fine French antique singing bird automaton attributed to Bontems displayed in beautiful neoclassical style gilt bronze cage.

Early 1800 automaton clock AUTOMATED CLOCK EARLY 1800 .BEAUTIFUL AND RARE CLOCK WITH A SEPARATE MECHANISM TO MOVE THE CAT'S HEAD IN A DIRECTION THAT APPEARS THAT A PAW IS LICKED. TH...

A fine quality therapeutic musical automaton clown toy in wonderful vintage condition.

A very rare antique walking and fantail-displaying Indian peacock automaton by Roullet & Decamps, French, circa 1890.

French, "Ship's Quarter Deck" Automata clock from the Industrial Series. The bronze and silvered case is in the form of a ship's quarter deck, set with a real and operating binnacled...

A very fine example of this rare and smallest of Guilmets lighthouse clocks from his Industrial series. Interestingly, the movement is numbered in various places 132, making this one...

A superb antique cat-in-milk churn musical automaton by Roullet & Decamps, French, circa 1900.

It has a gilded brass cage, with embossed floral garlands and twisted wire bars. The automaton bird moves its beak and tail as it sings and is wound from the base.

French Gilt Metal and Gilt wood automaton singing feathered bird in guilded cage.

A wonderful Victorian mechanical birdcage automaton with gold gilt and painted gesso, three colorful song-bird taxidermy birds in excellent vintage condition with moveable features, ...

This automaton by the well-known maker Roullet Decamps from Bellancourt, is in fine condition and functions without any hiccups. When wound up and started, the automaton plays a tun...

This vintage automaton bird cage was found on our most recent trip to France.

So pleased to have in this exceptional 1940s-1950s shop display electronic Automaton. Complete with original papier mâché head and realistic glass eyes. The entire skeleton is metal ...

A second half 19th century French double singing bird in cage automaton each of the brightly colored birds with feathered plumage, with head, beak and tail movements, with in a gilt ...

Very rare, one of a kind, clock made by Bontems in France at the end of the 19th century. It is an absolute Top-piece for Bontems because : 1.

A finely modeled French bronze animalier sculpture dating to the 19th century, depicting a standing cow accompanied by a recumbent calf. The cow is portrayed with her head raised and...

A charming antique Victorian miniature brass carriage clock with alarm, housed in a traditional gilt brass case with bevelled glass panels and a folding carry handle. The clock is o...

French Gilt Metal Mounted Rouge Griotte Marble and Black Slate Mercury Compensated Mantel Clock, late 19th century, the circular brass dial with open escapement, the movement strike ...

A fine antique Victorian French brass carriage clock with an 8 day movement retailed by Latshea & Sons of Edinburgh and made in France. The clock is housed in a traditional brass and...

Antique 19th century automaton featuring a female doll seated in a wicker basket, raised on a yellow/gold velvet-covered base with fringe trim. The doll retains what appears to be it...

This rare and exquisite miniature antique German Bisque Head, Arms and Leg Doll is a must-have for Dollhouse and Doll collectors and enthusiasts alike. With its beautiful Outfit, it ...

American Painted Copper Cow Weathervane by Cushing & White. A off-white painted, full bodied, copper dairy cow on a wood stand. A wonderful unusual weathervane and a great scale. Som...

A charming antique French brass carriage clock of classic design with a beautifully proportioned case and elegant white enamel dial. The clock is housed in a traditional brass case w...

A Swedish six drawer dresser / chest of drawers, circa 1960's. The cabinet is in very good condition overall with minor patina shown on the wood surfaces. Included is the original ke...

An elaborate and finely detailed carved wood, and gold lacquered Shibayama cabinet (Chigaidansu). Having beautifully applied semi-precious stone and mother of pearl decoration of flo...

A charming and highly collectible Mid-Century Modern table brush designed by the renowned Austrian designer Walter Bosse for Hertha Baller in Vienna during the 1950s. This sculptura...

Early to mid-century porcelain flowers in warm and vibrant colours by Royal Adderley, England. Beautiful, delicately shaped pieces of high quality bone china porcelain. Originally de...

The rare 1920s original in original fabric.

Handblown crystal vase in blue with a country style easter design. Hand-carved by Bavarian glass artists . A rich garland of trees and flowers with rabitts all around. One rabbit sit...

Green Peacock Rattan Side Chair: Measures: 19" x 21" x 38"H Seat Height: 18" Introducing Creel and Gow's exclusive wicker and rattan collection, designed by Marco Scarani. We're ...

Pair of tall brass candlesticks from Morocco in the form of a bird's leg and claw. Measures: 9 1/2" H.

West Anatolia is one of the largest weaving regions in Turkey. Since the 15th century, Turkish rugs have always been on top of the list for having fine Oriental rugs. size 17x23. ...

A very rare early 19th Century giltwood and brass harp by Sebastian Erard, London. This stunning piece is of exceptional quality, finely hand carved and intricately decorated with G...

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...