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041047: French Singing Birds Automaton

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Description

FRENCH SINGING BIRDS AUTOMATON, EARLY 20TH C., H 20 1/2", DIA 11":A brass bird cage enclosing two feathered birds with moving heads, beaks and tails, repousse acanthus leaves about the base, impressed "Made in France" at the underside. With key.

Condition

In working order and apparently good condition; some wear to the brass patina. Green foliage was added at a later date beneath the lower bird (somewhat evident in the photo). Chs

Estimate $1,500 - $2,500
Starting Bid $1,100
Us Auction
Apr 21, 2012
Ended
Auctioneer
DuMouchelles

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409 East Jefferson Ave
Detroit, MI 48226
United States


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