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Vintage Karl Griesbaum Singing Bird Automaton
$1,850List Price
About the Item
- Creator:Karl Grisebaum (Manufacturer)
- Dimensions:Height: 11.25 in (28.58 cm)Diameter: 6.25 in (15.88 cm)
- Materials and Techniques:
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- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1925
- Condition:Repaired: Sound Parchment air bellows have been reglued and movement cleaned. Wear consistent with age and use. good working order.
- Seller Location:Montreal, CA
- Reference Number:Seller: D32141stDibs: LU875322627432
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