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Automaton Bird Music Box

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DESCRIPTION: Antique enamel & gilt metal automaton music box featuring bird which "chirps", transferred pastoral scenes and transferred floral motifs. "Made in West Germany" on underside.
CIRCA: Mid - Late 20th Century
ORIGIN: German
DIMENSIONS: (With lid up) H: 2.75" W: 2.5" L: 4.75" (With lid held down) H: 2"
CONDITION: In working condition. Lid does not close. Minor loss of feathers on bird.

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Automaton Bird Music Box

Name: Automaton Bird Music Box
SKU: 163337657
Price: 1100 USD
Availability: InStock

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