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Hand made painted wooden automaton of a jockey riding a galloping horse, on rectangular base, signed Nic, 90 Made in England, W34.5cm D15cm H48cmShipping £48.00 plus vat (UK Only)

Hand made painted wooden automaton of a farmer riding a pig, on rectangular base, signed Nic, 90 Made in England, W34.5cm D15cm H48cmShipping £48.00 plus vat (UK Only)

A 19th Century Austrian Figural Mantel Clock with 'Rocking Eye' Automaton, the 4.625ins white enamel chapter ring with Arabic numerals, with openwork centre incorporating gilt brass automaton figure of Amore sharpening an arrow with his left leg operating a foot crank driving and grinding wheel motioning, as the clock is strikes the hour, to the eight day movement striking on a gong and with bob pendulum, contained in carved parcel gilt and ebonised wood case of drum pattern surmounted by hurdy-gurdy player wearing wide brimmed hat,  on rectangular moulded base with bun feet, 18.5ins highThere is a slight chip and loss to the brim of the figure's hat as well as some light scattered wear.  Signs of restoration to the edge of the base as well as loss to the middle base corner underneath the foot of the figure. Please refer to images attached. 

A Late 19th Century French Gilt and Patinated Brass Automaton Industrial Steam Hammer Clock Garniture, by Guilmet, Paris, the centre piece in the form of an industrial steam hammer with 3ins silvered dial with applied Roman numerals, to the eight day two train movement stamped GLT, Medaille D'Or, SGDG, Paris, and further stamped Japy Freres, No.923, striking on a bell (missing), contained in steam hammer case with silvered hammer moving up and down in time with the pendulum, mounted between two large supports with attendant workman standing on platform to left hand side, all mounted on stepped slate base with brass block feet, 18.5ins high, complete with candelabra in the form of mills or roller presses with twin candle scones on thread supports, and on matched stepped slate plinths, 10.5ins high

A 19th Century French Automaton Bird Clock, No.4149, the 3.5ins white enamel dial to the eight day movement striking on a bell, the backplate stamped Balier Louri, contained in drum pattern case displayed within naturalistic surround of flowering and leafy branches with five birds, on oval base and ebonised oval plinth, 21ins highSome of the birds move and sing, however they are not currently working. 

A Black Forest Cuckoo Automaton Clock, the 4.5ins diameter white enamel dial with Roman numerals, set within half-length portrait of a couple with moving eyes, to the weight driven movement striking on a gong, contained in gilt and painted frame with shaped cresting, 18.5ins highWe believe this item to date from the turn of the last century. Externally the clock presents in honest condition showing wear commensurate with age and some repair over the years.  The hinges are mounted externally and are not period and are relatively crudely fastened. The glazed door to the front appears to be fabricated from a picture frame. It is also not wearing the original glass which is now set in a mastic rather than the original putty.  The dial appears to be in good condition with some marking and spotting however this is consistent with age. The portrait itself again appears to be free from any retouching. The decorative floral work to the exterior may have been enhanced at some stage. The enamel dial to the clock is in good condition however its fit to the bezel is not particularly precise, the back Roman numerals are clear and concise, the hands appear to be original. The rear panel and gong appear to be original and in fair condition. The mechanism is complete however we cannot warrant the originality of all components.  The cuckoo is present. The bellows on the two cuckoo boxes appear to be replacement but they do function. Likewise the mechanism to the moving eyes appears connected and appears to function, similarly with the cuckoo. However the clock has not been heard in running order with all functions working. There are also several modern screws attached to the mechanism.  The chain is present as is the pendulum and two weights.  Prospective bidders are strongly advised to study all images closely prior to bidding as they form part of the condition report.   

THOMAS HUXLEY (1929-2024) A automaton titled The Twelve Days of Christmas, produced for the 1993 exhibition at the Scottish Gallery, Edinburgh, together with another framed piece depicting a potter at the wheel (2) Condition Report:Available upon request

A 19th-century magician automaton doll, the figure with a bisque head and blonde hair wig, formerly holding a paper-covered cup over the draped table, the key wound movement playing one air and causing the figure to lower her head and then raising the cup with one hand, the other hand gesturing above to reveal a sequence of three changes- dice, shell and golden ball.

A Guatemalan tribal gourd painted in black with a band of birds, a rectangular basket and a beachcomber art bird automaton.   H 35cms.

A cream bakelite cased Vitascope automaton mantel clock, circa 1940, electric movement, the perspex window revealing a three masted ship above a gilt chapter ring with Arabic numbers to the quarters, original stickers and stamped '03854' verso, made in Isle of Man, height 32cm, no key, no cable, not seen working, dirt marks to case and window but no sign of cracks or detrimental chips

Cast iron automaton boxing dog figurine, H: 20 cm. P&P Group 1 (£14+VAT for the first lot and £1+VAT for subsequent lots)

A gilt metal automaton clock, in the form of a bird in a cage, h.14cm

An Imhof Monastery mantel clock having a gilt brass case, eight day movement with Roman numerals to a white dial, with monk automaton striking on a bell,24.5 cm (h). [W]

Lehmann tinplate "miller" automaton

A MAHOGANY LONGCASE CLOCK BY GEORGE PHIPARD OF POOLElate 18th/early 19th century, the 31cm wide richly engraved dial with subsidiary second dial, calendar aperture, the arched engraved 'Be Ware of the Hawk' (lacking automaton) to the eight day two train movement striking on a bell, contained in case with dentil cornice and turned pillars to hood, arched trunk door, 201cm high

Hasbro Industrial Automaton Star Wars R2-D2 Fully Operational Droid, 15" Electronic Voice Command, Good, with Good opened packaging, untested. Disney Store Star Wars R2-D2 Astromech Droid, within Good Plus to Excellent sealed packaging. See photo. 

ARR John Maltby (1936-2020) a wall hanging automaton with rocking boat 'Cleopatra' on the Atlantic Ocean, signed to the reverse John Maltby, 30.5cm high x 25cm wide excluding penduluma scuff to the corner lower left, overall condition good

A modern Adam and Eve comical automaton entitled 'The Cores' by Frank Nelson, modelmaker and woodcarver 99 Bridge Lanes, Hebden Bridge, hand operated by turning the handle to one side, 35cm high, 31cm wide, 11.5cm deep. Condition - fair to good.

A modern singing bird automaton by Reuge Music, modelled with two articulated birds within a gilt metal cage, height 28cm.

An Art Deco cream bakelite Vitascope clock automaton, height 31cm. Condition Report: Bleaching and discolouration to case, hands are loose and do not appear to be connected to the movement, clock is currently not functioning although we have not plugged it in.The item or items in this lot are sold as decorative works of art only and would need to be rewired and tested on installation by a qualified electrician.

A 19th Century Japanese parquetry work table top chest with two mother of pearl inlaid panelled doors opening to reveal a bank of six drawers, over a single drawer, 30 cm wide x 16 cm deep x 26 cm high, together with an early to mid 20th Century black lacquered and japanned musical jewellery casket with ballerina dancer automaton, 18.5 cm wide x 16 cm deep and a brown stained lizard skin handbag, bearing retailer's label "Mappin & Webb Ltd"

Automaton: An early 20th century, bisque head automaton doll, fixed eyes. Appears to be fully original, with key in working order, but does require some attention. Head moves in a twisting motion, with right arm raising and lowering, the base moves on three wheels with turning motion. Wearing lace overskirt which covers wooden base. With parasol which requires repair. No manufacturers mark. Height approx. 55cm. Please assess photographs.

A CUT-GLASS AND GILT-METAL-MOUNTED TWO-TRAIN MANTEL CLOCK FRENCH, CIRCA 1820 27.5cm high Formerly with water jet automaton Condition Report: Movement is in dirty neglected condition hence is not presently working. The upper part of the going train has a few spare holes suggesting that alteration to the escapement area has been undertaken at some point. The bell is missing. The dial has a couple of light hairline cracks to the enamel otherwise is in good original condition. On closer examination it would seem that there was never a 'water jet' automaton fitted within the case hence the mask and basin below the dial are just ornamental; either that or the base panel is a replacement substituting a larger base which may have contained a water jet automaton mechanism. The glass is generally in excellent condition with faults apparently limited to only a few very small chips. The mounts are in good condition retaining good strong gilding; one foot is detached but present with the clock.There is a pendulum but no bell or winder with the clock. Condition Report Disclaimer

A circa 1900 Polyphonic children's music box with cat on seesaw, Automaton scene with extra discs.

A late 19th century musical automaton as a bird cage, the domed gilt brass cage containing a pair of animated songbirds, perched on leafy branches, each with moving beak and tailfeathers, deep base with frieze of fruit and flowers, winding key and stop/start mechanism to base, brass suspension loop, resting on three brass feet, 28cm

A Continental automaton, as a bird in a cage, the feather bird perched among fruiting vine on a red ground, key winding mechanism, 31cm high over loop handle, 20th century

A c1930s automaton trapeze artist, 28cm high, having carved wooden figure with articulated legs on a unicycle and with lead aircraft weight to lower

A George III Mahogany And Brass Bracket Clock With Silvered Dial Engraved with the name George Pyke, London. 26cm wide, 44cm high and 15cm deep. With Key. The Mahogany body has arched fret work panels to each side, with a glazed door to the rear. It is raised on four brass bracket feet, with four brass finials to the top of each corner, a brass handle to the top and a brass framed glass door that covers the the dial. The silvered dial is marked by the hour with Roman numerals and by the minute with Arabic numbers. To the lower centre of the dial is a date marker, above which is engraved 'George Pyke London'.  The double fusee movement can be wound using the key at the front of the dial where the key holes are, just below the pendulum viewing slit. The clock strikes on the hour. Son of the 18th century clock maker John Pyke, George Pyke became a famous clockmaker in his own right, becoming clockmaker to His Majesty King George III himself. A famous example of his work lies in Leeds Temple Newsam House, a beautiful musical automaton clock dated 1765, known as 'The George Pyke Clock'. Condition Over all in good antique condition, some signs of light restoration to the body with some minor knocks and scratches in places. The movement works after winding and prompting but would benefit from a professional clean and service. P

A George III oak longcase clock, by Wilkins Wigton, the brass broken arch dial with ship automaton movement, the shaped trunk door flanked with fluted corners, complete with weights and pendulum, 214cm highProvenance: Lime House, Earls Colne, Essex Condition ReportThe clock cannot be tested and therefore the working condition is unknown.

A 1930s rocking baby automaton by Jean-Paul Fabre With a baby rocking in a cradle attended by a woman with a candle.35cm wide x 24cm deep x 31.5cm highQty: 1In generally good condition. Slight surface dirt. The woman's arm is loose. The mechanism is untested.

An early 20th century automaton of two singing birds in a birdcage With pressed brass-banded decoration, turned feet, and the mechanism winding underneath.14cm diameter x 26cm highQty: 1In reasonable condition considering age and use. Presently working, but not guaranteed. The feathers a little worn.

A Reuge Music Singing Bird Automaton, 2nd half 20th century, the wirework cage enclosing a bird on a perch, the base with floral swags on peg feet, marked to underside of base29cm highMain spring is intact, the mechanism winds and runs. The bird sings and moves. Seems to be a little subdued on playing. The piece seems to have had an impact around the switch area and this does not seem to have any affect on the mechanism. Some other dents around the base. The bird is quite dishevelled.

AN EARLY 19TH CENTURY NAPOLEONIC FRENCH PRISONER OF WAR CARVED BONE SPINNING JENNY AUTOMATON

Cast iron automaton money box. UK P&P Group 1 (£16+VAT for the first lot and £2+VAT for subsequent lots) Notice from the the-saleroom.com: 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.

A 19th/20th Century bird cage automaton, working, with key, measuring 32cm H

Vitascope Industries Ltd. an electric automaton clock, the pale pink Art Deco Bakelite case with a window with a three masted sailing ship, above a stylised stylised dial, 32cm.Condition report:Minor scratches and thin cracks to the case. Some discolouration too. Hour dots are rusty. Most of green paint on back missing. No plug so cannot test mechanism. Please see additional uploaded images.

An automaton toy horse by Fur real friends. butterscotch pony. complete with original box

Ulysse Nardin. A fine and rare 18K rose gold automatic striking wristwatch with onyx dialModel: HourstrikerReference: 6106-130Date: Purchased 22nd May 2015Movement: 21-jewel Cal.UN-454326 automatic, 22K gold rotorDial: Onyx, applied gilt Arabic numeral hour markers, raised dot outer minute divisions, strike on/off indication, gilt automaton depicting two tigers fighting, gilt leaf handsCase: Polished round, exhibition back secured by 6 screws, strike button at 4, strike on/off button at 2, No.19Strap/Bracelet: Blue Ulysse Nardin alligator leatherBuckle/Clasp: Signed 18K rose gold double folding claspSigned: Case, dial & movementSize: 43mm Accompaniments: Ulysse Nardin box, outer card, International Warranty, purchase invoice, warranty, original lapis lazuli dial, crown and hands, brochures, swing tagFootnotes:Ulysse Nardin were founded in 1846 in Le Locle, Switzerland and become known for manufacturing highly accurate marine chronometers and timepieces, winning numerous awards along the way.The Hourstriker model is inspired by watchmaking of the past and allows the user to hear the time as well as see it. The automatic movement (calibre UN-454326) comprises a mechanism that automatically strikes the hours and half hours while the engraved automaton on the dial moves. The strike can also be activated on request while pressing the pusher at 4 or fully deactivated by simply pressing the pusher at 2.The current example comes with a spare Ulysse Nardin dial, currently fitted, featuring two tigers fighting provided by Ulysse Nardin along with paperwork confirming the authenticity.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: YY Subject to CITES regulations when exporting items outside of the UK, see clause 13.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

A novelty automaton clock, as a cat and fishbowl, 18cm wide; a specimen stone desk globe, 30cm high (2)

A circa 1900 Polyphone children's music box with cat on seesaw, Automaton scene with extra disks.Condition report:The discs do rotate slowly.  wood worm damage to one side particularlyComb is obscured but appears intact. The music box and automaton do work but the whole needs some attention to improve playing and action. WE TAKE GREAT CARE in the accuracy of our condition reports and may record damage and restoration if obvious. The information is provided in good faith along with detailed photographs where requested and is for guidance only. However, this does not imply that there may not be further condition issues associated with the lot and we DO NOT provide any guarantee to the buyer. WE STRONGLY ADVISE BIDDERS TO EXAMINE PERSONALLY ANY LOT THEY ARE INTERESTED IN BEFORE THE AUCTION.

Eight late 19th century Kobe hand carved wood and bone articulated automaton figures or toys

ARR John Maltby (1936-2020) a wall hanging pendulum automaton 'Cleopatra', signed to front, 25cm x 19cmIn good condition - no damage or repairs.

A collection of 18th and 19th century scientific and technical engravings - one framed and glazed, titled 'Hydraulics & Hydrostatics', eng. by I. Taylor, depicting a Diving Bell and a Fire Engine, 36.5 x 21.5cm; plus 35 x unframed engravings and prints, including Boat Lowering Apparatus, c.1880; a sectional view of the Eddystone and Skerryvore Lighthouses and other lighthouse and telegraph equipment; Herschel's Grand Telescope; Cotton's Patent Automaton Balance.

A MID 20TH CENTURY GERMAN MUSICAL BIRD CAGE with two feathered automaton birds, 28cm high Condition Report:winds up and the birds singsome small dents and paint losses to base. The fruits and toadstool coatings are disintegrating

A 19th century two sided Jumping Jack toy. A sad Harlequin and a happy well dressed gentleman, height 31cm together with a toy automaton of chickens. (2)

Two Japanese tinplate and celluloid automaton. 'Bartender' and Native American drummer, the latter marked 'Alps', height 30cm (2).

A musical automaton picture. French or Swiss, circa 1880, playing two airs with a lever-operated mechanism, the coloured lithograph image of an elegant couple at the piano, the female pianist with moving arms and nodding head, within a rectangular gilt gesso frame, with rounded corners, 40X34cm.Some signs of historic woodworm, the musical box plays fine but the automaton head and hands work intermittently.

A Swiss gilt metal cased singing bird automaton, 19th century, with foliate scroll engraved case, a small slide to one side operating the movement to reveal a sprung oval cover and revealing a singing bird with iridescent feathers within a pierced grill, the key wind aperture to the base causing the bird to oscillate, contained within an associated leather box3 x 10 x 6.5cmSinging function appears to have ceased

A provincial mahogany and oak longcase clock by Bowen, Alfreton, 19th century, the swanneck pediment over painted 33cm (13inch) dial with castle and rocking ship automaton scene to the arch, 8 day 4 pillar movement, upon a panel plinth base221cm highProvenance:Property of the late Gabriela GrilloDial glass cracked on left sideCheeks part re-enforced Split seat boardCurrently ticking and strikingAppears to strike correctly, dial sits a little low in the aperture Case most likley an old marriage to movementDial with minor scratches Lacking feet

Large caged singing bird automaton, with two birds, 56cm, with key. Condition report:The mechanism does work - please see uploaded video showing demonstration. The cage wires have some distortion to the overall shape. The gilt base has some cracking but it is otherwise in good order. Some general tarnishing to the gilt metal ware. Likely first half 20th century. Cage measures 40cm high, diameter 23cm.https://youtube.com/shorts/q7UhDtnwpTA 

A Reproduction Automaton Birdcage Clock with Carrying Case, Clock 15cms High, Working Order

An 18th century oak longcase clock with eight day movement and father time automaton, the arched dial signed John Burges, Gosport.

A 19th century mahogany longcase clock with automaton eight day movement and decoratively painted dial, signed E Alldridge, Birmingham.

Antique French brass automaton in the form of a bird cage with 2 birds - 59cm drop x 27cm diameter ~ with key & working at time of listing

An early/mid 20th century brass drum cased mantel clock with automaton monkey barber dial, 16cm h x 19cm wLocation: 9.1If there is no condition report shown, please request

A large French gilt metal singing bird automaton, circa 1900, probably Bonnets, Paris, height 52cm.

A late 19th century Leopold Lambert girl automaton, with SFBJ 60 bisque toy head with blue glass eyes, papier-mâché body with large bisque hands, holding bisque doll, standing on red velvet base with LB key and on/off lever, causing music to play, head and arms to move —20in. (51cm.) high (missing one finger, redressed in blue velvet and base velvet worn and missing one foot of base)

A Black Forest carved wooden whistling automaton night watchman, stained in subtle colours, head moves from side to side, holding metal lamp and key in other hand, keywind mechanism causing him to whistle, possibly by Karl Griesbaum —15in. (38cm.) high

A late 19th century Leopold Lambert flower seller automaton, with Jumeau head, blue glass eyes, heavy brow n brows, open/closed mouth, pierced ears, blonde mohair wig, bisque shoulders, papier-mâché rigid body with bisque arms, original silk dress, basket of artificial flowers, moving butterfly, cubed velvet base with fixed LB key and paper aire label to base, when wound she plays tune, moves head from side to side and raises bouquet to smell —19in. (48cm.) high (broken shoulder plate, fraying to dress and wear); under a modern glass dome with wooden base

A novelty automaton clock, as a bird in a cage, cloisonne band, 21cm high