October 20th & 21st 2018 Coin-Op & Advertising, Las Vegas
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 10/20/2018
This astounding machine is one of twelve John Papa recreations of a Watling machine that appeared around the early 20th century with less than a handful of original known pieces to exist. Housed in a large oak cabinet with brass details, the cast iron male figure mounted at the center stands out above the rest. Heavily painted to appear most like-life, forcing patrons to believe that they too can gain a similar physique by using this very machine. The marquee reads "Vigorous Strength And Healthy Color By This Vibratory Doctor" as "Vibration Is The Law Of Life". For one penny, the rubber hand will begin to vibrate which then allows a vitalizing circulation to flow throughout the body. There are two fittings for light bulbs on the top left and right corners. Two red light bulbs, two pictured panels and two keys are included.
Condition: (Excellent).
Item Dimensions: 116"T x 48"W x 24"D.