A Continental silver and parcel gilt automaton singing bird box Possibly Austro-Hungarian, late 18th century Of rectangular form, the hinged cover engraved with flowering foliage, the chased and engraved box with ribbon, rocaille and c-scroll decoration on a brocade ground, the front panel with gilt brass sliding thumbpiece, the rear with gilt hinged compartment bearing marks, indistinct fleur-de-lis and crown hallmarks to the base, 3.5cm high, 9.5cm wide, 6.5cm deep. For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com For further information about this lot please visit the lot listing