This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 6/26/2021
Musical Minstrel Mandolin Player Automaton. French(?), 19th Century. Key-wind clockwork automaton depicting a minstrel character with mandolin. When wound, the figure moves his head side to side and his right arm in a strumming motion. Painted composition figure wearing a silk, lace, and fabric costume. On a velvet platform with tassel, affixed to a round wooden base. Working, with music box playing “Greensleeves.” Height 20”. Includes key. Video available on request.