1218 : Schoenhut, c. 1880

Antique Musical Picture Automaton by Schoenhut, c. 1890

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A very cute musical picture automaton probably made by Schoenhut in Austria in c. 1890. 

The picture features a group of three kittens and a larger cat playing a fiddle who each move the the music. The musical movement plays one tune activated by a control on the side of the case, and is in good condition, having been recently serviced. 

The case is in very good original condition. It is a very entertaining piece.

Size:
Width: 28” / 71cm
Height: 12 ½” / 32cm
Depth: 15” / 39cm
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