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German Sterling Silver Automaton Singing Bird Box

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German Sterling Silver Automaton Singing Bird Box

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Description

German Sterling Silver Automaton Singing Bird Box

second quarter 20th century, by the Vereinigte Silberwarenfabriken Hanau, the sterling oval box decorated with embossed putti and scrolls, the top with an oval hinged cover, opening to reveal a singing bird, with a bird-shaped winding key.
h. 2-1/4", l. 4-3/4", w. 3-1/4"

Condition

Not fully functional. The winding mechanism works, and the bird does pop up, chirp and flap its wings when the start rod is pulled. However, the bird does not spin, and does not retract into the box nor the lid close at the end of the cycle. The bird can be gently coaxed back into the box with careful manipulation of the lid and depression of the start rod. The case is in good condition, with no dents, breaks or repairs. Marked (on the underside) with the German crown and moon reichsmark, "925" and the VSF trademark.

Dimensions

2.25 x 3.25 x 4.75 in

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German Sterling Silver Automaton Singing Bird Box

Name: German Sterling Silver Automaton Singing Bird Box
SKU: 99432810
Price: 1200 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $900 - $1,200

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Starting Price $800

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