How does a singing bird box work?

How 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.

Singing Bird

Black And White Abstract Flower Painting

Black And White Drawings Female Nudes

Automaton Bird

Chinese Watercolor Birds Painting On Paper

Lois Dodd

Japanese Blue And White Porcelain Bird

Abstract 1960 French Oil Painting

Hindu Goddess

Alex KalenyukAutumn Evening, Impressionism, Original oil Painting, Ready to Hang, 2014

$2,500

Autumn Evening, Impressionism, Original oil Painting, Ready to Hang

By Alex Kalenyuk

Located in Granada Hills, CA

You can almost hear the birds singing in the tree tops. It's a beautiful scene that evokes feelings of peace and serenity.

Category

2010s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

(after) Henri MatisseLithograph - Flowers, 1943

$1,714

Lithograph - Flowers

By (after) Henri Matisse

Located in Collonge Bellerive, Geneve, CH

There are leaves, fruits, a bird." In 1947 he published Jazz , a limited-edition book containing prints of colorful paper cut collages, accompanied by his written thoughts.

Category

1940s Modern Still-life Prints

Materials

Lithograph

(after) Henri MatisseHenri Matisse (After) - Lithograph - Pumpkin and Flowers, 1943

$1,714

Henri Matisse (After) - Lithograph - Pumpkin and Flowers

By (after) Henri Matisse

Located in Collonge Bellerive, Geneve, CH

There are leaves, fruits, a bird." In 1947 he published Jazz , a limited-edition book containing prints of colorful paper cut collages, accompanied by his written thoughts.

Category

1940s Modern Still-life Prints

Materials

Lithograph

(after) Henri MatisseHenri Matisse (After) - Lithograph - Flowers, 1943

$1,714

Henri Matisse (After) - Lithograph - Flowers

By (after) Henri Matisse

Located in Collonge Bellerive, Geneve, CH

There are leaves, fruits, a bird." In 1947 he published Jazz , a limited-edition book containing prints of colorful paper cut collages, accompanied by his written thoughts.

Category

1940s Modern Still-life Prints

Materials

Lithograph

(after) Henri MatisseHenri Matisse (After) - Lithograph - Pumpkin and Flowers, 1943

$1,714

Henri Matisse (After) - Lithograph - Pumpkin and Flowers

By (after) Henri Matisse

Located in Collonge Bellerive, Geneve, CH

There are leaves, fruits, a bird." In 1947 he published Jazz , a limited-edition book containing prints of colorful paper cut collages, accompanied by his written thoughts.

Category

1940s Modern Figurative Prints

Materials

Lithograph

(after) Henri MatisseHenri Matisse (After) - Lithograph - Flowers, 1943

$1,714

Henri Matisse (After) - Lithograph - Flowers

By (after) Henri Matisse

Located in Collonge Bellerive, Geneve, CH

There are leaves, fruits, a bird." In 1947 he published Jazz , a limited-edition book containing prints of colorful paper cut collages, accompanied by his written thoughts.

Category

1940s Modern Figurative Prints

Materials

Lithograph

(after) Henri MatisseHenri Matisse (After) - Lithograph - Woman with Flowers in Her Hair, 1943

$1,714

Henri Matisse (After) - Lithograph - Woman with Flowers in Her Hair

By (after) Henri Matisse

Located in Collonge Bellerive, Geneve, CH

There are leaves, fruits, a bird." In 1947 he published Jazz , a limited-edition book containing prints of colorful paper cut collages, accompanied by his written thoughts.

Category

1940s Modern Portrait Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Silver Gilt and Full Radial Guilloche Enamel Singing Bird Box with Original Key

$20,191

Silver Gilt and Full Radial Guilloche Enamel Singing Bird Box with Original Key

Located in London, GB

A sublime silver gilt and full radial guilloche enamel with highlights, singing bird box, with original silver and enamel key and original leather carry case.

Category

Vintage 1920s Austrian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Henri MatisseGuillaume Apollinaire, 1952

$1,828

Guillaume Apollinaire

By Henri Matisse

Located in Collonge Bellerive, Geneve, CH

There are leaves, fruits, a bird." In 1947 he published Jazz , a limited-edition book containing prints of colorful paper cut collages, accompanied by his written thoughts.

Category

1930s Modern Portrait Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Henri MatisseOriginal Lithograph - Henri Matisse - Apollinaire, 1952

$1,828

Original Lithograph - Henri Matisse - Apollinaire

By Henri Matisse

Located in Collonge Bellerive, Geneve, CH

There are leaves, fruits, a bird." In 1947 he published Jazz , a limited-edition book containing prints of colorful paper cut collages, accompanied by his written thoughts.

Category

1930s Modern Portrait Prints

Materials

Linocut

Henri MatisseOriginal Lithograph - Henri Matisse - Apollinaire, 1952

$1,828

Original Lithograph - Henri Matisse - Apollinaire

By Henri Matisse

Located in Collonge Bellerive, Geneve, CH

There are leaves, fruits, a bird." In 1947 he published Jazz , a limited-edition book containing prints of colorful paper cut collages, accompanied by his written thoughts.

Category

1930s Modern Portrait Prints

Materials

Linocut

(after) Henri MatisseCreole Dancer

$1,485

Creole Dancer

By (after) Henri Matisse

Located in Collonge Bellerive, Geneve, CH

There are leaves, fruits, a bird." In 1947 he published Jazz , a limited-edition book containing prints of colorful paper cut collages, accompanied by his written thoughts.

Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Still-life Prints

Materials

Lithograph

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Singing Bird For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal singing bird for your home. A singing bird — often made from metal, brass and enamel — can elevate any home. Your living room may not be complete without a singing bird — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A singing bird, designed in the Mid-Century Modern, Neoclassical or Victorian style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one singing bird that is appealing in its simplicity, but Karl Griesbaum, Bontems and Karl Grisebaum produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Singing Bird?

The average selling price for a singing bird at 1stDibs is $2,520, while they’re typically $185 on the low end and $48,500 for the highest priced.

Questions About Singing Bird

How does a singing bird box work?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
How 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.