Winter Magic Auction
Sat, Dec 1, 2018 06:30AM EST
Lot 218
Valerie Costume Change Automaton.
Estimate: $1,500 - $2,000
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 |
Valerie Costume Change Automaton. Paris: Pierre Mayer, ca. 2002. Handmade wooden automaton with exposed works. When the crank is turned, Valerie lowers an umbrella before her. When she raises it, her dress has changed color, replacing the dress hanging on the screen behind her. Hardwood and metal construction. Hand painted. 5 x 3 x 11?. Signed by the maker. Very good.
