Automata

[Galerie Charpentier]: Poupées et Automates Depuis la Renaissance
O/P. [24 pages], illustrated, 1952. The catalogue of an exhibition of automata featuring the collection of Madame de Galea, held at the Galerie Charpentier, Paris. Thin card covers. [French language] (Ref: K2342 - BX5)  in stock.

White (G.): Toys * Dolls * Automata: Marks & Labels
O/P. 240 pages, figures, reprinted 1985. A very useful book for identifying makers and date of manufacture from makers marks and trademarks found on the products. A good copy with good dust jacket. (Ref: K2946 - L2)  in stock.