The automata mechanisms,
designed and machined by the artist,
consist of an internal crankshaft,
which enables the Automaton
Monkey figure to operate at
varied speed, in forward or reverse.

The brass hand-crank mechanism
operates a counterbalanced armature,
creating a rhythmic side-to-side
motion with alternating leg kicks,
making Bonzo a very content Monkey.

"Bonzo" the Monkey is a
one-of-a-kind, hand-crank Automaton.
The seated Monkey figure has German
glass eyes; hand painted Cernit head,
hands, and monkey feet. The body fur is
mahogany colored, vintage finish English
mohair fabric. He wears a red Fez with
black tassel, green and gold shawl collar vest,
and sits on a fringed velvet throw.

Bonzo's prehensile 14" tail has a braided wire armature and is bendable to any position.