LOT 332 “Flutist Ethiopien” Gustave Vichy (1839-1904)
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Lenght: 87,5 cm
Mechanic winding movement automaton with two melodiesPapier mâché, wood, textile and other materialsThe movement and characteristics of this automaton are described in the original catalogue as such: "Il porte la flute à sa bouche pour en jouer avec mouvements de doigts. Ensuite il baisse sa flute, tourne la tête, renue les paupières et semble parler pour annoncer à l'assistance le prochain morceau. Pièce à musique 2 airs. Costume en satin et soie riche. Hauteur 82 cm. modèle déposé" France, ca. 1870(losses, faults, signs of wear and movement in need of service)注意: Literature:Christian Bailly; "L'âge d'Or des Automates, 1848-1914", p. 72 e p. 238.
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