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French Enameled Singing Automaton Bird Box

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French Enameled Singing Automaton Bird Box

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Description

Â The box has enameled scene of 18th Century lady in red dress in swing, with two gentlemen admirers on lid. Â All four sides with different landscapes, two with castles. Â When operating, oval lid in top spins, and feathered bird pops up and sings, opening and closing beak, turning and flapping wings. Â Includes original brass key. In original marbled paper covered wood fitted box. Â 2" H x 4" x 2 3/4". Â Case 2 3/4" H x 6" W x 4 1/2" D.

Condition

Fine condition.

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French Enameled Singing Automaton Bird Box

Name: French Enameled Singing Automaton Bird Box
SKU: 36204089
Price: 6000 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $3,000 - $5,000

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