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Value of Automaton Mechanical Theatre
By Michael Moretti

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Hello,  I'm seeking information on this automaton. The owner claims
it was made in Spain in the 18th century:
http://homepage.mac.com/moretti/PhotoAlbum12.html

Would this be officially called a "mechanical theatre" or something
more esoteric?  I can find nothing like it other than that incredible
contraption at Hellbrunn Palace in Salzburg.

I'm interested to know the approximate value of this automaton.
The owner estimates it to be in the $30,000 range.

Thank you for any help on this.

Michael Moretti
Napa, CA

(Message sent Thu 15 May 2003, 23:14:22 GMT, from time zone GMT-0400.)

Key Words in Subject: Automaton, Mechanical, Theatre, Value

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