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Lot 265

A CONTINENTAL WHITE METAL AUTOMATON MUSICAL BIRD BOX

the case decorated with engraved birds amongst foliage, the bird-shaped slide to the front operates the lid, which opens to reveal the singing bird with coloured feathers, lacking key, 4cm high x 10cm wide x 7cm deep

Condition Report: click here
Estimate: £300 - £500
Hammer price: £900
Bidding ended. Lot has been sold.

The movement will require some restoration.

The bird sings, moves, the wings move and the beak moves, however all rather stiffly. 

There is wear to the case and discolouration. Surface marks and scratches visible. 

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