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Early 20th Century German Automaton Music Box

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Early 20th Century German Automaton Music Box

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with single bird mechanism having natural bird feathers. Housed in brass metal cage. Measures 11 inches high. Marked "Made in Germany" on the bottom. Condition. On / Off metal leaver is broken off and stuck in the On position it will need a new piece of metal welded on for it to work properly. One feather on the bird's tail is bent. The mechanics work fine with good sound. Cage is a bit tarnished.

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Early 20th Century German Automaton Music Box

Name: Early 20th Century German Automaton Music Box
SKU: 48055961
Price: 140 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $300 - $500

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