This automaton is being offered for sale in used, vintage, as is, not working condition. Please note it is impossible to list each and every blemish so kindly study the photos to view the scattered imperfections and various age spots. I have carefully taken the photos to expand on the description of the item as well as its overall condition. I do not know the age of the automaton. Was once a store display. The automaton stands approximately 24 inches tall on the stool. The metal bars running through his chest area measure about 7 ¼ inches in width. A very approximate depth measurement without the stool is 9 ¾ inches. On the stool, the depth would be about 12 ¾ inches. The automaton is secured to the stool by a bracket on each side. (The stool is not original). There are two holes drilled through the stool and two plastic-like. Strings attached to something inside his body. I have no idea what parts are inside his body but when you pull on one of the strings. His eyes close (they get a little stuck in the closed position and you need to wiggle the string to release them). When you pull on the second string, his arms bring the bugle to his mouth. The composition of his legs and body appears to be paper mache. The composition is hard and firm. Just a guess but it seems to be more of a clay-like composition. I dont think the hat is original. The bugle is a lightweight metal and a magnet does not stick the surface. The hat will be in a separate, smaller box. The automaton clearly shows age and wear. There are scattered stains, imperfections and other age spots consistent with a vintage item. The metal areas show extreme age and wear including rust and discoloration. Please enlarge the photos and review the pictures carefully. If you are interested, please view my other auctions as I have listed two automaton books. Please be advised that I participate in eBays. UNPAID ITEM ASSISTANT PROGRAM. The item “VINTAGE AUTOMATON STORE DISPLAY MAN PLAYING BUGLE” is in sale since Saturday, November 24, 2018. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Advertising\Merchandise & Memorabilia\Store Displays”. The seller is “bobdebborn” and is located in Waldwick, New Jersey. This item can be shipped to United States.
