Militaria, Clocks, & Science
10-27-201610-27-2016
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsMarlborough MA
2946MMarlborough
October 27, 2016 10:00 AM
Sell one like this
Auction: Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments - 2946MLocation: MarlboroughDate / Time: October 28, 2016 10:00AM
Description:
Two-bird Singing Automaton, Germany, 20th century, brass case with repousse decoration and wire cage containing two birds with colorful plumage which sing and move heads, tails, and beaks when activated by the clockwork mechanism, ht. 11 in.
Estimate $400-600
plumage deteriorating on yellow bird
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Keywords
GermanyChristopher D. Fox
Vice President
Director, Historic Arms & Militaria
Associate Deputy Director, American Furniture & Decorative Arts
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