[AUTOMATON]. Organ-Grinder. Paris: Vichy, ca. 1880. Musical mechanical automaton of a street organ performer. Exhibits painted bisque head with glass eyes, a heavily adorned face, and a blond mohair wig. Adorned in a pink and cream embroidered costume and hat, the man stands behind the gilt-accented organ. When wound, the organ grinder turns his head in circular and nodding motions while his right hand turns the organ handle. Music plays, and a small bisque couple waltz atop the organ box. Purple velvet base. Fabric wear with debris and dust accumulation throughout. Tested, functional. Third-party shipping required. 25 x 14 x 13".