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Barman automaton

1957
Metal, vinyl, fabric
© Musée de la civilisation, 91-745

This mechanical barman mixes cocktails and smoke comes out of his ears. This battery-operated toy was manufactured in Japan by T N Co (Nomura Toys Ltd).



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My Aunt & Uncle had one of these in their home bar. My Uncle used to bring this out on occaision and we (my cousins) all just loved it. If I could buy one now I would. Not sure what happened to the original. It was cute!

Susan , 45 year old   Burnaby Canada


I watched as my grandfather played this toy for us kids when I was 8 or 9 yrs old. I came acrossed it a few yrs ago when my Nana passed away.

Scott , 49 year old   Delran USA


My Grandma brought one of these back from Canada as a present for me in 1963. I wish I still had it.

Edwin , 55 year old   Preston England


My father has this Bartender - I can remember playing with it while watching him make "Tom Collins" drinks for my Mom & her sister at Christmas.

Susan , 50 year old   Burnaby, BC Canada



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