Bidspirit auction | Erotic diorama or slot machine,

Erotic diorama or slot machine, E - Erotic diorama or slot machine, England or France, first half of the 20th century. Wood, glass, papier-mâché, textile. Wooden box with glass front, inside a couple making love on the bed (he with a monocle and top hat, she with a feather duster), while a second gentleman (the butler?) enters the room through a door. A crank on the side of the box activates the hip movement of the first gentleman. On the floor is a doormat with ”Bienvenue Paris” written on it. On the frame is a label that reads ”Mistaken Identity.” On the lid is a sign reading ”Gustave Bessner - 1925 - Paris.” The glass front is loose. Rubbed box approx. 33 x 23 x 19 cm