1940s Lobster Playing Banjo Automaton

  • $2,200.00


This charismatic lobster is handmade using papier mâché, with a small toy banjo that when plugged in he plays with his claw whilst his head rotates as to simulate his singing. Mounted on a painted round wood base decorated with moss he is a great Folk Art automaton made, circa 1940s.

OF THE PERIOD: Folk Art

PLACE OF ORIGIN: United States

DATE OF MANUFACTURE: 1940s

PERIOD: 1940-1949

CONDITION: Good

WEAR: Wear consistent with age and use

DIMENSIONS

28 in. H x 12 in. W x 6 in. D
71 cm H x 30 cm W x 15 cm D

SHIPPING: 

Complimentary shipping in Continental US

$20 shipping to the rest of North America

$30 shipping to the rest of the world