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Carved German Hofbrau Whistler Automaton

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Carved German Hofbrau Whistler Automaton

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Carved German Hofbrau Whistler Automaton. Carved figure of a German man holding a stein in one hand and a cigar in his jacket pocket; beautifully carved and painted, initials - HB (Hofbrau) on the stein. The mechanical figure has a whistling mechanism which plays while the head swivels back and forth. In very good working condition, has key. 14 in. high. Weight: 2.25 lbs.

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Carved German Hofbrau Whistler Automaton

Name: Carved German Hofbrau Whistler Automaton
SKU: 64167448
Price: 900 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $800 - $1,200

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Starting Price $400

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