A Magical Cased Clockwork Automaton Dancing Doll, for Asprey for the Great Parisian Exhibition 1899 sub-Antiques It was one of the

It was one of the few English houses with a continual history from the 7th century through to the Dissolution of the Monasteries

This pretty little piece is well proportioned and has a nice sheen to it's face

When three fingers are doubled under the thumb

The numbers and face are both characteristically Art Deco in style

A Magical Cased Clockwork Automaton Dancing Doll, for Asprey for the Great Parisian Exhibition 1899 sub-Antiques It was one of theOrigin: French Period: Late Nineteenth Century Provenance: Unknown Date: c. 1899 The Case: Height: 22. 5 inches Width: 18. 75 inches Depth: 5 inches In gilt framed case with stand, associated key and paper label made for Aspreys for the Great Parisian Exhibition 1899, this wonderful automaton is in working order. Although not excellent, condition is still good, with some wear to the gilded frame and the rear key hole. There is one small crack to the