Lot 202 , A rare French Fernand Martin (F.M. Systeme) tinplate and clockwork Le Petit Pianiste, circa 1902, height 16cm.

A rare French Fernand Martin (F.M. Systeme) tinplate and clockwork Le Petit Pianiste, circa 1902, height 16cm.
£40-60

Condition:
In view of age and fragility, this is in very good condition: surface scratches to piano, particularly sides; lithographed paper keyboard lifting at both ends; fitted candle sconces twisted but complete; complete with printed sheet music although tabs now lacking, preventing fitting into piano slots; his jacket faded; tip of his painted nose chipped. Spring motor can be wound, pianist has sideways motion and the piano does play notes.

Sold for £280