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A 20th century Conjurer automaton by Jean Farkas

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A 20th century Conjurer automaton by Jean Farkas

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Description

Jean Farkas, France, a 20th century Conjurer automaton, the turbanned figure in exotic costume, standing behind a red - draped table and holding two cones, turning his head while lifting and lowering the cones, revealing the objects beneath either changing position or vanishing completely, all on a burgundy velvet covered base on turned feet, containing the clockwork movement driving the figure, and a two tune music box.

Condition

good overall, a few tears to table cover, clothing with minor, localized stain, music and motion both functional ACCESSORIES:

Dimensions

20 x 8 x 8 in

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A 20th century Conjurer automaton by Jean Farkas

Name: A 20th century Conjurer automaton by Jean Farkas
Brand: Anthony Fry
SKU: 129419099
Price: 1300 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $800 - $1,200

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Starting Price $400

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