Collector Musical Clown by Samaco

The Samaco musical clown is a charming vintage collectible. It’s porcelain or ceramic wind-up automata featuring a jester or harlequin clown that moves its head or body from side to side while a classic musical movement (plays the tune "Send in the Clowns"). Excellent condition. 13 inches tall. Here are the most defining features of the Samaco and similar musical clowns: Key Features & MechanicsDesign: Crafted with highly detailed porcelain or painted chalk-ware faces, often featuring vibrant, multi-colored jester, harlequin, or hobo-style clothing with metallic accents. Animation: A manual wind-up mechanism (commonly built by movements like Sankyo) that physically animates the clown, allowing its head and sometimes arms or drums to move as the melody plays. Music: The most popular tune associated with these specific clown automata is Stephen Sondheim's "Send in the Clowns," though "It's a Small World" and "You Are My Sunshine" are also commonly found. Availability: Because they were popular in the 1980s and 1990s, they are predominantly found on resale and vintage marketplaces. Pick up is Hwy 7 & Markham Rd. Delivery is available if close by.