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A twentieth century Smoking Turk automaton attributed to Jean Farkas

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A twentieth century Smoking Turk automaton attributed to Jean Farkas

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Description

Jean Farkas, France, a Smoking Turk automaton, the turbanned figure with composition head and arms, seated on a large cushion with a sword at his waist and hookah at his right, his head turning, his right hand raising the mouthpiece to his lips, and the left waving a feather fan as he exhales, all on a velvet covered base concealing the movement, bellows, and music box, playing a single tune while the figure smokes

Condition

working, smoking function untested, fabrics with deterioration and small tears, larger tear at rear of cushion, rubber tubing with cracks ACCESSORIES:

Dimensions

12.25 x 8 x 8 in

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A twentieth century Smoking Turk automaton attributed to Jean Farkas

Name: A twentieth century Smoking Turk automaton attributed to Jean Farkas
Brand: Anthony Fry
SKU: 129419101
Price: 1400 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $800 - $1,200

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Starting Price $400

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