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Two Small Bird Automata, Germany, both in brass ca

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Two Small Bird Automata, Germany, both in brass ca

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Two Small Bird Automata, Germany, both in brass cages with base mounted clockwork mechanisms which activate bird motions and songs, the first, a single bird with green and red plumage, the last, two birds with yellow, green, red, and black plumage, ht. 11 in.

Condition

Condition: Single bird sings and dances well. Double bird automaton limited motion and sluggish song

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Two Small Bird Automata, Germany, both in brass ca

Name: Two Small Bird Automata, Germany, both in brass ca
SKU: 11600794
Price: 800 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $400 - $600

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Starting Price $200

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