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BONTEMS PARIS SINGING BIRDS MECHANICAL AUTOMATON

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BONTEMS PARIS SINGING BIRDS MECHANICAL AUTOMATON

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Scarce large Double Singing Birds Automaton by Bontems of Paris. Circa 1890s-1900s. All original with wonderful colors and design. Both birds actions works. They both sign very well. Minor finish loss on one corner. A rare and wonderful piece. 19" Excellent

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BONTEMS PARIS SINGING BIRDS MECHANICAL AUTOMATON

Name: BONTEMS PARIS SINGING BIRDS MECHANICAL AUTOMATON
SKU: 51536800
Price: 775 USD
Availability: InStock

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