Premier Summer Sale | June 25, 2025
Wed, Jun 25, 2025 10:00AM EDT
Lot 119
Musical Automaton of a Girl with Lamb in Basket
Estimate: $1,000 - $1,500
Sold for
$3,500
Sold Price excludes BP
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $100 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
girl in overdress and bodiced petticoat with a Jumeau head, holding basket with "baa-ing" lamb, overall height 25 in.
Note: This piece was made by the Parisian firm Roullet et Decamps in around 1885 and appeared as No. 253 "Bergère" (shepherdess) in their catalogue. The special feature is the rare bisque head by Jumeau, referred to by doll collectors as a ‘portrait’ model.
Also, we have only just become aware that this very automaton made an appearance on the television program Antiques Roadshow, where the expert noted the dress, shoes, and hat were likely not original. Despite this fact, he gave an impressive retail estimate of $30,000 to $35,000, referring to it as the "Cadillac" of automaton dolls.
https://www.pbs.org/wgbh/roadshow/appraisals/jumeau-automaton-ca-1900/
Provenance: Private Virginia Collection
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Private Virginia Collection
good overall with some expected areas of threadbare fabric (mostly at back), discoloration to felt base, sound and range of motion working at time of inspection but not warranted Note - Brunk Auctions makes every effort to offer accurate and thorough information, but encourages prospective bidders to inspect items in person whenever possible. Condition statements are provided as a courtesy for general guidance and should not be considered complete or definitive. They do not represent a warranty or assumption of liability by Brunk Auctions. Certain condition issues may not be specifically noted in the report but may be visible in the accompanying photographs, which are considered part of the overall condition report. Please refer to our Terms of Sale for complete information and contact us for additional photos or information as needed.
