Sold2023Karl Griesbaum Clockwork Whistler FigureA mid 20th century German clockwork "Whistler" figure by Karl Griesbaum, Triberg. Carved wooden automaton figure whose head moves and whistles a tune when activated via Brass key wind movement with beSee Sold Price
Sold2021An early 20th century German whistler attributed toAttributed to Karl Griesbaum, and early 20th century whistler, the figure in dark, rumpled clothing, hands in his pockets, and with a cane over his left wrist, and a bed roll at his right, the mechaniSee Sold Price
Sold2021An early 20th century German whistler attributed toAttributed to Karl Griesbaum, and early 20th century whistler, the figure with dark suit, hat, and a large, polka dot decorated bow tie with trailing ends, the mechanism concealed within his body, whiSee Sold Price
Sold2021A mid 20th century clock peddler whistler attributed toAttributed to Karl Griesbaum, a mid 20th century clock peddler whistler, the standing figure carrying a running clock under his right arm, and with a parcel of clocks on his back, and wearing a bowlerSee Sold Price
Sold2020A clock peddler whistler attributed to Karl GriesbaumAttributed to Karl Griesbaum, a mid 20th century clock peddler whistler, the standing figure carrying a running clock under his right arm, and with a parcel of clocks on his back, and wearing a bowlerSee Sold Price
Sold2018A KARL GRIESBAUM CARVED WOOD WHISTLERThe carved wood figure with music box, winds and plays, limited animation, original paper label, maker's mark. Measures approximately 8.5 inches. We happily provide seamless in-house packing and shippSee Sold Price
Sold2022An early 20th century German Dr. Eisenbarth whistler attributed to Karl GriesbaumAttributed to Karl Griesbaum, Germany, an early 20th century "Dr. Eisenbarth" whistler, the carved figure with baggy pants, green vest, and long tan coat, the bearded, balding man with over sized specSee Sold Price
Sold2022An early 20th century German Dr. Eisenbarth whistler attributed to Karl GriesbaumAttributed to Karl Griesbaum, Germany, an early 20th century "Dr. Eisenbarth" whistler, the carved figure with baggy pants, blue vest, and long tan coat, the bearded, balding man with over sized spectSee Sold Price
Sold2024Two Drunkard and lamp post whistlers2 (Two) carved whistlers attributed to Karl Griesbaum, Germany, including a mid 20th century 'Drunkard and Lamp Post" whistler, the carved figures with their left arms around the post for support, oneSee Sold Price
Sold2023German Clockwork Whistler FigureA mid 20th century German clockwork "Whistler" figure. Carved wooden automaton figure whose head moves and whistles a tune when activated via Brass key wind movement with bellows. Original painted finSee Sold Price
Sold20212 German Clockwork Whistler FiguresTwo mid 20th century German clockwork "Whistler" figures. Carved wooden automaton figures whose heads move and whistle a tune when activated via Brass keywind movements with bellows. Both with originaSee Sold Price
Sold2024GRIESBAUM STANDING WHISTLER FIGURE2152. GRIESBAUM STANDING WHISTLER FIGURE | 13.5" h. | Mechanism overwound, overall (Excellent Condition) | $300 - $600See Sold Price
Sold2020Karl Griesbaum Silver Mechanical Automaton Bird BoxKarl Griesbaum Singing Bird Box with Silver Case. Mechanical singing bird automaton by Karl Griesbaum, Germany, key-wind clockwork mechanism. The bird with bright plumage sings and turns around, flapsSee Sold Price
Sold2023KARL GRIESBAUM, ATTRIBUTED, GERMAN CARVED WOODEN WHISTLING FIGUREKARL GRIESBAUM, ATTRIBUTED, GERMAN CARVED WOODEN WHISTLING FIGURE, depicting a full-figure holding a mug and wearing glasses, initialed on the base, not markings to mechanism. Retains an oldSee Sold Price
Sold2022German Whistler FigureA 20th century German clockwork "Whistler" automaton baseball player. Spring driven movement turns the head and whistles "Take Me Out To The Ballgame" when activated. Hand carved wooden construction wSee Sold Price
Sold2022German Double Whistler FigureA 20th century German clockwork "Whistler" automaton with two musicians. Spring driven movement in each figure turns the head and whistles when activated. Hand carved wooden construction with originalSee Sold Price
Sold2024Lot of 2 Carved Wood German Whistler Automatons.One is a man waiting by a lamppost, made by Karl Griesbaum. The other is a skier with a pipe, marked, "Made in Germany". Their Working condition is Unknown; there is no key included with either of theSee Sold Price
Sold2017SINGING BIRD AUTOMATION - GRIESBAUMFinely made by German master craftsman, Karl Griesbaum, circa 1940’s. Small, lifelike red bird chirps and sings inside of the 11-1/2” tall cage. Clockwork mechanism. Condition: excellent.See Sold Price
Sold2024KARL GRIESBAUM GERMAN SINGING BIRD BOXFinely Crafted German Automaton Box, mid-20th c., key wind function (with original key and Karl Griesbaum 50th anniversary tag), after winding and releasing the side lever, the lid opens and a multi-cSee Sold Price
Sold2021Karl Griesbaum Sterling Silver Singing Bird BoxKarl Griesbaum Sterling Silver Singing Bird Box. Estimated date of manufacturing 1920-1925. Multiple hallmark stamps on left side of case. All brass and steel mechanism. Comes with original key and boSee Sold Price
Sold2017Karl Griesbaum Singing Bird Box Automaton MechanicalGorgeous vintage Karl Griesbaum singing bird box. Hand painted panels with deep blue and white enamel on beautiful gilt box. Comes with original key. Wind up the box and push the button over to make tSee Sold Price
Sold2021Antique Karl Griesbaum Ken-D Automaton Bird CageThis great antique automaton bird cage is a Ken-D Karl Griesbaum music box. This gold finish cage features a bird with real red feathers. Stands approx 11" tall. This bird cage was purchased at WertzSee Sold Price
Sold20212 Carved Wood Whistling Automata by Karl Griesbaum, c.2 Carved Wood Whistling Automata by Karl Griesbaum, c. 1955 Triberg, Black Forest, Germany, modeled as drunkards leaning against battery-illuminated lamp posts, with articulated head, going-barrel mSee Sold Price
Sold20212 Musical Automata by Karl Griesbaum, c. 19602 Musical Automata by Karl Griesbaum, c. 1960 Triberg, Black Forest, Germany. 1) Singing bird in cage automaton, with going-barrel movement, bellows, whistle and single bird with moving head, beak andSee Sold Price
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