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Early 20th Century French Clock Tower Automaton Figures

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Early 20th Century French Clock Tower Automaton Figures A rare matched pair of French (Paris) clock tower automaton figures, in the form of oriental male dressed dancing figures. Dated from the early 20th Century, Hand crafted from wood and plaster sections detailed in gesso and hand painted. In completely original condition, later these figures have been secured to a 19th Century ebonised wooden base for display purposes. These figures still have their original mechanisms in place, the metal rods extended from their backs, once pulled raise both hands and one figure moves his head in a nodding motion, the mechanism is simple and would have been on a mechanical pulley system. Size in inches: H 24” x W 21” x D 10” Origin: (France) Paris Period: Early 20th Century Material: Wood & Gesso These items are completely solid in structure and form. Wear is present across all the surfaces which includes crackled paint, worn surfaces, chipped gesso, and faded paint, these items are firmly secured to base as pictured. The velour clothing is patchy in areas and worn to the gesso and wooden surfaces underneath. Please review all the photos provided as part of this advert and propose questions where sections are unclear to avoid disappointment. A direct message usually takes 24 hours to answer. For multiple years we have sold antique items globally, please expect our items to show relevant age and natural wear, Items only restored due to breaks and major loss, and we always stipulate this in our condition report.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 24 in (60.96 cm)Width: 21 in (53.34 cm)Depth: 10 in (25.4 cm)
  • Style:
    Late Victorian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Gesso,Wood,Hand-Crafted
  • Place of Origin:
    France
  • Period:
    Early 20th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1920
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU4304245328352

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