t
17" (43 cm) Very rare French Polichinelle Automaton by Rambour, Gaultier head, All original, with original wooden box. C.1890.

Wonderful automaton with Gaultier head, closed mouth, fixed bright-blue eyes, pierced ears with earrings, original blond mohair wig, rare silk Polichinelle costume of gold sill satin, standing on velvet-covered base with flattened bun feet and single-air cylinder movement causing the figure to turn her head and raise a bouquet of flowers in her right hand, in original elaborate costume of alternating aqua and yellow satin panels trimmed with gold Dresden paper, metal thread braid and lace, upturned shoes, and tricorn hat. Music plays. Fully EXCELLENT condition! Original wooden box!Historical References:

Although this series of fin-de-siecle automata has previously been attributed to Renou, new historical research by Francois Theimer, published in Encyclopedia of French Dolls, proves the actual maker was Rambour, successor to the Leon Casimir Bru novelties business and patent designs. Rambour, during a seven year period at the end of the 19th century, introduced a series of charming, childlike scenes with amusing and timeless appeal that are very rare to find today. Rambour, Paris. Circa 1890.I do a layaway! Please email me if you have any questions. Thanks for looking.

I accept PayPal (through CCNow for this item), Visa/Mastercards, bank transfer to my bank account in Paris. Welcome for combined shipping cost.

Thanks for looking.






PAYMENT & SHIPPMENT TERMS

I acceptPAYPAL and CREDIT CARDS.

I am a long-time er with 100% positive response. I pack carefully, ship quickly, and try very hard to make everything as wonderful dealing with me as possible.

The shipping during 2 days after payment by registred airmail with tracking number. Usually delivery take about 2-3 weeks.

I offer a 7 day return privilege. If upon receipt of the item if you are dissatisfied in any way, you may return the item within 7 days (in the condition as it was sold to you) for a full refund.

I must hear from winning buyers within 5 days of sale end, I will offer this item to the second chance buyer or relist Thanks for understanding.

---