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GERMAN PERFORMING CATS MOVING PICTURE AUTOMATON

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1201. GERMAN PERFORMING CATS MOVING PICTURE AUTOMATON | When actions begin, three cats perform as acrobats on ladders while the others exercise in background to music box song. | 13.5" l. | (Excellent Condition) | $1,000 - $1,500

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GERMAN PERFORMING CATS MOVING PICTURE AUTOMATON

Name: GERMAN PERFORMING CATS MOVING PICTURE AUTOMATON
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Price: 1100 USD
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