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,
so LuLu can practice her ballet.

"LuLu MonkeyGirl", 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. Her body fur is
brown mink colored, vintage finish English
mohair fabric. She wears a pink brocade
tutu, and sits on a fringed, gold velvet
throw with bead accents.

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