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German Automaton Birdcage

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German Automaton Birdcage

A wind-up music box having a mechanical singing bird in a gold-tone cage, retaining a German production control tag

Property from: a Private Collector, Chicago (Old Norwood Park), Illinois

Height: 11 inches, Width: 6 1/2 inches

Condition: bird having loose feathers, tarnish overall, working when tested, tag is not attached, damage to the berry inside

Disclaimers: we cannot guarantee the operation, accuracy or lifespan

Category: Decorative Arts > Decorative Arts

Estimated Sale Time: 1:25 pm CST

Shipping Status: Shipping Quote

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Last modified: March 2, 2026, 7:40 pm

Condition

bird having loose feathers, tarnish overall, working when tested, tag is not attached, damage to the berry inside

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Dimensions

11 x 6.5 in

German Automaton Birdcage

Lot 0327

Estimate $200-$400Mar 24, 2026, 11:00 AM EDT

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Item located in: Addison, IL, US

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This auction is curated by:

Carrie Young, ISA AMFine Art, Asian Arts

Ann HahnJewelry, Decorative Arts, China and Crystal

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