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Lot 236
Robert Link: A mid-19th century tumbling automaton, with paper label to reverse 'Mechanical Box with Automaton', Robert Link and instructions. Smaller paper label 'H.P. Ives & A.A. Smith, 232 Essex Street, Salem'. Circa 1860. Depicting three figures, two playing instruments, the other dancing. In working order. Please assess photographs. These items are listed on the basis they are illustrative of a bygone culture in which there were different social norms. We understand the potential controversy surrounding this type of item but believe that providing transparent information about historical context fosters greater understanding of our complex cultural history.
Lot 239
American Mechanical Toy Company: A late 19th century, American Mechanical Toy Co of Dayton, Ohio, clockwork automaton of two 'Juba Dancers', circa 1870-1890. One of the earliest American toys utilizing a clockwork mechanism with brake, still in working order. The two vertical rods are connected to the wooden male and female, with articulated legs and arms, having a key wind-up. Mounted upon a mahogany box with a pictorial transfer of a country female. Key included. Please assess photographs. These items are listed on the basis they are illustrative of a bygone culture in which there were different social norms. We understand the potential controversy surrounding this type of item but believe that providing transparent information about historical context fosters greater understanding of our complex cultural history.
Lot 238
Automaton: A late 19th century, box case sand tumbling automaton of an acrobat in front of a waterfall scene. Circa 1880. The acrobat moves over and under the bar after the box is moved in an anti-clockwise motion. The movement appears to be temperamental and is in need of a service. Measuring approx. 29cm x 22cm. Please assess photographs.
Lot 243
Paul Spooner: A boxed Paul Spooner automaton, 'A Zen Garden'. This piece is a one-off commission that was made for the vendor. The Teacher forms a zig zag pattern in the sand with his rake, then the student spoils it with his spade! Ingenious and individual, the only one. In perfect condition with its custom made wooden protective box. Original box. Please assess photographs.
Lot 290
Paul Spooner: A Paul Spooner and Matt Smith, Fourteen Balls Toy Co. automaton, 'Jackal in a Box'. Made in 1991. Anubis the jackal-headed Egyptian God, appears from his tastefully decorated pyramid and peers at the operator. He makes a hasty retreat and the pyramid snaps shut. In very good condition. Please assess photographs.
Lot 294
Paul Spooner: A Paul Spooner and Matt Smith, Fourteen Balls Toy Co. automaton, 'Invisible and Alone'. One of thirty made. A cup of coffee and a couple of bourbon biscuits seem to be alone. Turn the handle and the coffee is stirred by the invisible operator. A simple but beautifully ingenious mechanism. In very good condition. Please assess photographs.
Lot 255
Paul Spooner: A Paul Spooner and Matt Smith, Fourteen Balls Toy Co. automaton, 'The Green Ball'. Turn the handle to see the Lacy trying to hold down her washing machine, then door opens and a green ball pops out and drops into the copper tin at the bottom of the steps. Ball is then ingeniously returned to the top inside the machine. In very good condition. Please assess photographs.
Lot 240
Automaton: A Victorian clockwork automaton within mahogany 'band-stand' case. The small ivory figure stood under a small glass dome with moving limbs. The mechanism appears to be overwound, and is in need of a service. The figure is stood upon an ebony and ivory circular inlay. Glass dome and wooden stand both detachable. Hand-made by Fredrick Wilkins, Kew Gardens, and finished in the year 1900. Very good visual condition. With two keys. Measuring approx. 38cm x 25cm x 23cm. Figure measuring 8cm. Please assess photographs. Cites (Ivory) License: 6YGZT2LB
Lot 288
Paul Spooner: A Paul Spooner and Matt Smith, Fourteen Balls Toy Co. automaton, 'Treat 'em Rough - it's the only way'. The mouse takes his revenge on the Picasso style cat by training him to do handstands. The mouse mercilessly whips the cat until he stands up on his two front legs, when the mouse stops the cat slowly descends onto his stand. The whole effect is achieved by the use of a leather air bellow system. In very good condition. Please assess photographs.
Lot 237
Automaton: A mid-19th century, very rare German musical automaton of animals. Circa 1850. Comprising a donkey and a fox which are seated at the back, with two monkeys that dance at the front, one holding an instrument, alongside a dog and a cat dancing together. The animals are all dressed as humans would. The back of the piece has three mirrors which look onto the platform. Appears in a working order but possibly in need of a service. Measuring approx. 25cm x 26cm x 15cm. Please assess photographs.
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