»Automaton Singing Bird in Cage«, c. 1930
Manufacturer probably Bontems, gilt-brass cage on gilt wood base, going-barrel movement with bellows wound from the underside, bird on brass perch with cloth flow-ers and leaves, with three motions (head, beak and tail), good original working condition, bird missing 1 eye, height 10 ½ in.
(27 cm)
Estimate: 900/1,200
US$ 1,200/1,600
Reserve: 600/US$ 820
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