Automaton
Gold and green enamel automaton in the form of a frog and set with pearls. Ruby eyes. Mechanism operates the legs to cause the frog to jump and croak.
Artwork Details
- Title: Automaton
- Date: ca. 1820
- Geography: Switzerland
- Culture: Swiss
- Medium: Gold, enamel, diamond, ruby
- Dimensions: L. 6.2 cm (2 7/16 in.)
- Classification: Accessory
- Credit Line: Gift of Murtogh D. Guinness, 1976
- Object Number: 1976.285.2a–c
- Curatorial Department: Musical Instruments
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