Friday, October 7, 2011

Hand Operated Hand.

Look! It's what I've needed my whole life, a hand-operated hand! Am I the only one that doesn't get it? Here's $1500 so I can use my real hand to operate this fake hand that is much less useful than my real hand.

Hand operated automaton sculpture

Beautifully made automaton entitled "The Waiting Hand". Handmade to order in England.

To see it working go to this Youtube link:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VDwJ4K3g6Zs

This sculpture has been featured on Dug North's well known Automata Blog as well as many others.

A limited edition of 20 pieces only. Also available from the Goldbug,Pasadena,CA

I have sold a number to private collectors, one to a famous magician as well as one to Guillermo del Torro (director of Pan's Labyrinth). In addition one has been bought by the founder of Etsy, Ron Kalin and another has been presented to Anthony Horowitz, the English writer ( Alex Rider books ).

Gourd Lady With Sea Grass Hair

Who wouldn't pay $150 for this? I know I have money I want to throw away.

Gourd Lady with sea grass hair

This whimsical lady is made from a gourd, clay, and sea grass. She is ready to harvest her crops with her gourd basket and of course her pearl necklace. She is a great conversation piece and would look great in any room. If you are looking for a unique piece to stand out in your room, then she is the one for you.
Thank you for looking. Free shipping within the U.S.
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Thursday, August 4, 2011

I Wonder If I'd Have to Pay a Pet Deposit for This

So... $14.99 for some dog hair that was swept up from this seller's floor. What a deal. I can totally get some dryer lint for much cheaper.

(actual listing: http://cgi.ebay.com/AWESOME-DUST-BUNNY-/360300506572?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item53e3956dcc#ht_2213wt_952)

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Sell one like this

All "Dust Bunny" proceeds go to groom my chubby Pug.
You will always receive the freshest "bunny" available.
Seriously - it's a great gag gift that really is low cost, but so unique. I've had several replies now that recipients of these bunnies are amazed that the giver took the time to find this perfect & harmless gift - and that the auction can be shown off at the time of giving. Great laughter, and that's what house warming is all about. So break out that paypal and get a bunny for that special someone. They'll be impressed you splurged for a quality bunny - not one of those cheap, low quality Chinese dust bunnies from Wallmart. NO cat stuff in here. However, I'm willing to raid the neighbor's irritating cat if you specify a cat hair bunny.
Regardless, it's some good humor that brought you to my listings - enjoy.
This Bunny has big size and excellent proportions.
At full "fluff" this is easily 3 inches cubed.
A real MUST have bunny, suitable for display or giving.
Sanitized. No nasty organic stuff, just great dust with a very, very high percentage of rare creamy beige Pug Hair. Sourced from an impeccable 1940's Douglas Fir, vertical grain floor - its as close as you can get to a vintage, high quality bunny seen elsewhere on fine estates, European Castles or even a good yacht. This is not a stale, slowly accumulated bunny - you will always be shipped, a very fresh and odor free dust bunny.Best of all - it can be compressed and shipped in a low cost envelope!You just can't go wrong with this bunny. The rare Pug Hair allows it will hold whatever shape you pull it into.A perfect "starter" bunny for that hard to buy for friend, or new couple in their first starter home. Divided, this will make excellent starter bunny cultures of superb pedigree. What a perfect house warming gift. Also very suitable for the college student whose dorms are sterile and lack character.
Jump on this one folks - we only get 1 of these a month.

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If I had $1,200 just laying around, this is what I would buy. I'd name him Wilbur.

(Actual listing: http://cgi.ebay.com/REAL-FREAK-HIPO-PIG-TAXIDERMY-SIDESHOW-ODDITTY-DEFORMED-/290592613617?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item43a8ab64f1#ht_1515wt_1185)

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PLEASE READ ENTIRE AUCTION BEFORE BIDDING. ATTENTION EBAY THIS PIG DOES NOT CONTAIN ANY ORGANS OR BRAIN MATTER. IT HAS BEEN REMOVED WHEN IT WAS PRESERVED BY A TAXIDERMIST. THIS IS PIG IS LEGAL TO SELL AND OWN. THIS AUCTION DOES NOT VIOLATE ONY EBAYS RULES OR REGULATIONS. PLEASE DO NOT REMOVE. THANKS.

UP FOR AUCTION IS A RARE REAL FREAK PIG TAXIDERMY WET SPECIMEN. THIS PIG IS A TWISTED LEG PIG. AS SHOWN IN THE PICS IT WAS BORN THIS WAY. PLEASE SEE PICS. THIS IS THE ONLY ONE I HEAVE EVER SEEN LIKE THIS PIG. IT IS THE ONLY ONE I KNOW OF IN THIS WORLD! THIS SPECIMEN HAS BEEN PROFESSIONALLY PRESERVED IN OUR OWN SPECIAL BLEND OF NON TOXIC PRESERVATIVE FOR THE PAST 5 YRS. SELLER WILL HAVE TO ADD THERE OWN FLUID DUE TO SHIPPING. I WILL LET BUYER KNOW WHAT TO USE WHEN IT IS WON IN AUCTION. I WILL ALSO INCLUDE A CLEAR PLASTIC JAR TO DISPLAY IT IN WITH A SCREW TOP LID. GREAT FREAK. THIS IS COMING OUT OR MY PERSONAL COLLECTION AND WILL ONLY BE LISTED 1 TIME SO DON'T MISS YOUR CHANCE. PERFECT FOR THE THE CLASSROOM. WILL BE PACKED WELL FOR SAFE SHIPPING. NO REFUNDS DUE TO THE NATURE OF THIS ITEM. PAYMENT DUE IN 3 DAYS PLEASE. ANY QUESTIONS PLEASE FEEL FREE TO ASK. THANKS!

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