Fernand Martin, Drunk drinker

cm.18

Hand-painted metal and tin automaton, with spring-loading mechanism, late 19th century, early 20th century. Drunk drinker, holding champagne bottle and glass in hand, top hat on head. Marked DEPOSE F.M. on the hat and ARTICLE FRANCAIS on the label applied to the bottle

In mediocre condition, hat needs fixing, dress worn on the back, mechanism needs servicing. Height approximately 18 cm