Singing Bird Automaton

Description:

Singing Bird Automaton, France, early 20th century, with black / red plumage, moving head, beak and tail, intermittent going-barrel movement and birdsong, on ivy-draped perch in domed brass cage with suspension ring, turned feet and circular base with repousse decoration of intertwined garlands, ht. 12 in.
Estimate $600-800

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