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Bird Transformation Chest. Paris: Guy Bert, ca. 1940. A

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Bird Transformation Chest. Paris: Guy Bert, ca. 1940. A

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Bird Transformation Chest. Paris: Guy Bert, ca. 1940. A bird in a metal cage is placed in a box. When opened, the bird and cage have magically transformed into other objects which fill the box. Cage 5 x 5 x 5". Very good.

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Bird Transformation Chest. Paris: Guy Bert, ca. 1940. A

Name: Bird Transformation Chest. Paris: Guy Bert, ca. 1940. A
SKU: 43294361
Price: 150 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $250 - $350

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