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Siam
Soo
Siam Soo is shown here mounted on an external horn talking machine, but
bear in mind her stabilizing "feet" need room to sit securely, and many
people use her with an internal horn Victrola, which offers plenty of
room inside the playing compartment. No holes or screws are necessary
to secure her.
The playing mechanism consists
of a central cam that activates her side-to-side motion, and an
eccentric "piston" that controls the sinuous movements of her arms and
head.
The whole thing is run by friction as the record turns, using a rubber
"tire." The principal problem with Soo's that have not been properly
restored is that the old rubber tire becomes petrified and the surface
uneven. We have replaced this rubber tire to insure smooth-running.
The forearms of Soo's sometimes separate at the elbows, and hence can
be lost over the years. Because this doll's forearms were missing, we
have installed a set of perfect replica forearms, indistinguishable
from the originals, as can be seen here. These arms (only the front
part of the arm) are made to the precise specifications of the
originals. Her paint is original, as are all the mechanical components,
and the condition of her paint is excellent. The dress is new (the old
dresses literally fall to pieces), and sewn to the exact style of the
originals.
Although she's known by the catchy name "Siam Soo," she is reminiscent
of the hand operated puppets of Javanese fame. Her exotic looks were
hand painted, as is evident from this close-up.
To
really appreciate her charm and ingenuity, you should see a video. REQUEST
A VIDEO FROM TIM which can be
texted or emailed to you. Just write to phonotim@gmail.com or call 585
244-5546. Texting is an efficient way to send it to your mobile phone.
Price: $550.00 US, plus s/h.
(NY State residents must add sales tax, if
applicable.)
Contact: phonotim@gmail.com
Telephone: 585-244-5546
US Post: phonophan
PO
Box 747
Henrietta, NY 14467 USA
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