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Lot 646

Carved and painted mechanical figure of an African American gentleman, late 19th c., with a lever

Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000
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Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $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
$200,000 $20,000
$500,000 $50,000
Carved and painted mechanical figure of an African American gentleman, late 19th c., with a lever tipping his hat and presenting a bouquet of tin flowers, 18 1/2'' h. Provenance: Purchased at a house sale in Pottstown, Pennsylvania, 1975 and purportedly carved by the owner's grandfather.

Condition

Good condition. No apparent damages or repairs.