Mechanical Singing Bird
Incredibly Rare & Exquisite Singing Bird Box Inspired by Charles Bruguier
Located in London, GB
T. Mayson, Mechanical Singing-Bird Tabatieres, 2001/ ISBN: 978-0709063032
Cf.:Sharon and Christian
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Mechanical Singing Bird For Sale on 1stDibs
With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the mechanical singing bird you’re looking for. A mechanical singing bird — often made from metal, enamel and silver — can elevate any home. There are many kinds of the mechanical singing bird you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. A mechanical singing bird is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Empire styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one mechanical singing bird that is appealing in its simplicity, but Giorgio Salimbeni produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a Mechanical Singing Bird?
The average selling price for a mechanical singing bird at 1stDibs is $47,621, while they’re typically $11,764 on the low end and $175,000 for the highest priced.
Questions About Mechanical Singing Bird
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022How a singing bird box works relies on a clockwork mechanism. Twisting the winder provides power to the motor which then moves the bird and turns the gears that produce music. Both the bird's motion and the tune continue until the motor stops spinning. Find a wide variety of music boxes on 1stDibs.
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