Automata: Life & Other Illusions
Sun, Jul 21, 2019 09:30PM EDT
Lot 134
Archer Karakuri Mechanical Doll / Automaton.
Estimate: $200 - $300
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $5 |
| $30 | $10 |
| $100 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
Archer Karakuri Mechanical Doll / Automaton. Tokyo: Gakken, ca. 2004. Designed during the Edo period (1603-1867), the mechanics that make this recreation Karakuri doll function are precise and complex. The wind-up doll pulls an arrow out of the fan, pulls back the bow, aims, and fires at a target. Complete with custom wooden carrying case. As new (target unassembled).
