Vintage probably 1950s thirsty mechanical monkey drinking milk. Fully working. This very cute little wind up monkey drinking milk is fully working ( see video but I'm no Martin Scorsese!!!🤣).
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Some age related wear.
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Size: 18 cm tall 8 cm wide 6 cm width.
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Known as automatons.
An automaton (/ɔːˈtɒmətən/ ⓘ; pl.: automata or automatons) is a relatively self-operating machine, or control mechanism designed to automatically follow a sequence of operations, or respond to predetermined instructions.[1] Some automata, such as bellstrikers in mechanical clocks, are designed to give the illusion to the casual observer that they are operating under their own power or will, like a mechanical robot. The term has long been commonly associated with automated puppets that resemble moving humans or animals, built to impress and/or to entertain people.
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The image shows a vintage 1950s wind-up toy monkey, possibly by Nomura (TN), Japan. It is designed to simulate drinking from a bottle.
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Key features include:
Material: Likely made of fabric or plush with a mechanical component inside.
Function: When wound up, the monkey moves its arms to mimic drinking from the bottle.
Condition: This specific toy is described as working.
Era: It is identified as a product of the 1950s.
Variations: Similar toys from this era include "Monkey the Sheriff" and versions with maracas.
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