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German Singing Automaton Bird Box, circa 1880's. ...
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Description
German Singing Automaton Bird Box, circa 1880'sCase: gilt, 4 inches x 2 1/2 inches x 1 1/2 inches, ornate with raised garlands, scallops, birds, ribbons and country scene depicting a man playing a flute, small dog and woman, hinged oval top, hinged panel on the back with recess for the key
Movement: mechanical, key winding, with bellows, side slide activator bar, bird motions back and forth with wings and beak moving while singing, with fitted box and key
Condition Report*:
Type: German Singing Automaton Bird Box, circa 1880's
Metal: gilt metal
Case Width: 4 inches x 2 1/2 inches x 1 1/2 inches
Watch Movement: mechanical, key winding, with bellows
Circa: 1880's
Condition: good overall condition, good sound and motion to the bird
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Metal: gilt metal
Case Width: 4 inches x 2 1/2 inches x 1 1/2 inches
Watch Movement: mechanical, key winding, with bellows
Circa: 1880's
Condition: good overall condition, good sound and motion to the bird
Auction Info
2018 October 24 Watches & Fine Timepieces Signature Auction - New York #5369 (go to Auction Home page)
Auction Dates
October, 2018
24th
Wednesday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 6
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