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An automata house shape, Italy 1850.

$7,033.27
£5,218.01
€5,900
CA$9,628.89
A$10,787.47
CHF 5,614.87
MX$131,370.72
NOK 71,525.92
SEK 67,357.24
DKK 44,923.60
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About the Item

The automata is house shaped. The front part shows a clock, A semi circular window as a door. The top flue of the fire place is the place where drop the weight coin shape. An internal spring activated mechanism is started by the dropping weight. The door opens and from the house goes out a baby in original dress. Behind the light of an internal candle. Italy half 19th century.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 21.5 in (54.61 cm)Width: 12.2 in (30.99 cm)Depth: 14.5 in (36.83 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1850
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Milan, IT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU917141477112

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