Winter Magic Auction
Sat, Dec 16, 2017 11:00AM EST - Sun, Dec 17, 2017 11:00AM EST
Lot 203
Talking Skull.
Estimate: $300 - $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 |
Talking Skull. Hamburg: Janos Bartl [?], ca. 1935. Papier-mache skull raps out answers to questions, once for yes, twice for no. 7” high. Hand painted. Finish rubbed, but good overall. Likely manufactured by Bartl for export to England where it was to be sold by L. Davenport & Co. of London.
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