Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
Description:
Carved German Whistler, carved gentleman in rumpled top hat leans against a lamppost, when he whistles his head turns from side to side, the lamp lights while he whistles and goes out when he finishes, spring-powered whistle movement, light powered by battery, ht. 19 in.
Estimate $300-500
Mechanism operates but whistle volume is low.
Items may have wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Jonathan Dowling
Director, Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
508-970-3131
Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
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