Early 20th century European clock tower automaton figures
We are proud to offer an extremely rare set of European clock tower automaton figures, in the form of Persian / Turkish male dressed figures. Dated from the early 20th century, hand carved from wooden sections and detailed in gesso and paint. In completely original condition, later these figures have been secured to a 19th century ebonized 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 head, the mechanism is simple and on a pulley system. It is likely these figures would have been part of a larger group, which would have been animated once the clock tower struck upon the hour. This is the first time we have ever been able to obtain artifacts of this nature, and they are exceedingly rare in completely original form.
Size in inches: H 24” x W 21” x D 10”
Origin: Europe
Period: 1900-1920
Material: Wood & Gesso
Condition: 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 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.
We are proud to offer an extremely rare set of European clock tower automaton figures, in the form of Persian / Turkish male dressed figures. Dated from the early 20th century, hand carved from wooden sections and detailed in gesso and paint. In completely original condition, later these figures have been secured to a 19th century ebonized 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 head, the mechanism is simple and on a pulley system. It is likely these figures would have been part of a larger group, which would have been animated once the clock tower struck upon the hour. This is the first time we have ever been able to obtain artifacts of this nature, and they are exceedingly rare in completely original form.
Size in inches: H 24” x W 21” x D 10”
Origin: Europe
Period: 1900-1920
Material: Wood & Gesso
Condition: 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 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.
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Dimensions:Height: 24 in (60.96 cm)Width: 21 in (53.34 cm)Depth: 10 in (25.4 cm)
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Style:Victorian(Of the Period)
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Materials and Techniques:GessoPaintWoodHand-CarvedHand-CraftedHand-Painted
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Place of Origin:Germany
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Period:1920-1929
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Date of Manufacture:1920
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Condition:FairWear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. Minor fading.
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Seller Location:London, GB
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Reference Number:Seller: LU4304220940012
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