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An Enamel and Gilt Metal Singing Bird Automaton

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An Enamel and Gilt Metal Singing Bird Automaton

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Description

An Enamel and Gilt Metal Singing Bird Automaton
German, 20th Century
with maker's mark EB and Metall to underside.
Height 1 3/4 x width 4 x depth 3 inches.

Condition

In overall fine and stable condition. Wear to metal of rear lower left corner, with light scuffing to underside. Key is present, and box has near complete functionality, with crisp, clear birdsong. Wings do not obviously flap, and few feathers appear to be missing from very top of each wing. Please note that this item may need service at the buyer's discretion; Hindman does not warranty the current or future functionality of the box.

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An Enamel and Gilt Metal Singing Bird Automaton

Name: An Enamel and Gilt Metal Singing Bird Automaton
SKU: 140923763
Price: 2250 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $800 - $1,200

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Starting Price $400

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