Automata: Life & Other Illusions
Sun, Jul 21, 2019 09:30PM EDT
Lot 12
Drinking Raccoon Automaton.
Estimate: $1,500 - $2,500
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 |
Drinking Raccoon Automaton. Paris: Roullet & Decamps, 1940s. The fur-covered racoon raises the cup to its mouth, takes two swigs, and pours himself another. Striped tail. Genuine fur body with wooden paws, glass eyes, metal cup and bottle. Height 14?. European wiring. Shows minor wear to tail. Working. An uncommon variant of this classic R&D automaton.
