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EUROPEAN MUSICIANS AND DANCERS AUTOMATON.

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EUROPEAN MUSICIANS AND DANCERS AUTOMATON.

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Ca. 1900. Wooden base with white trim, wallpaper covering, conical feet, and lace trim. Crank movement with music box. Five bisque-headed figures with star mark on necks. Two seated musicians with string instruments and three dancing children. Figures move freely but music box is faintly heard and likely needs adjustment. Wear and loss with some edge damage. 15"h. 16.5"w. 11"d.

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EUROPEAN MUSICIANS AND DANCERS AUTOMATON.

Name: EUROPEAN MUSICIANS AND DANCERS AUTOMATON.
SKU: 126836063
Price: 1400 USD
Availability: InStock

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