German Gilt and Faux Tortoiseshell Bird Box

Description:

German Gilt and Faux Tortoiseshell Bird Box, 20th century, herringbone-pattern brass banding on box sides and lid edge, bun feet, and bird with colorful plumage, marked on bottom Made in Germany, key-wind mechanism, lg. 4 in.
Estimate $300-500

one wing does not appear to open, some craquelure to faux tortoise shell, sounds and functions.


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