Fine Miniature Hungarian
Gilt-Brass Singing Bird Automaton, c. 1920–30
The movement probably by Griesbaum, bird with plumage,
moving wings, beak and tail, going-barrel timer movement with
birdsong whistle and bellows. 10 in. (25cm) high and 4 in. (10cm)
wide, with matching enameled key. An exquisite exhibition piece
in the tradition of European objets de vertu.
Estimate: € 5,000/8,000
US$ 7,000/11,000
Reserve: € 3,000/US$ 4,200
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