Brass Singing Bird Box

Description:

Brass Singing Bird Box, Germany, 20th century, the cast lacquered brass case with inset paste cabochons, raised lattice work against a matted ground, hinged enameled lid depicting a gentleman and three ladies, lever- activated singing bird with red feathered body and a blue head emerges from a pierced stage, rotates, flaps the wings and moves the beak while singing a spirited bird song, ht. 2 1/2, lg. 4 3/4 in.
Estimate $400-600

Sings well, but open and closure of lid is not functioning properly.

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