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Antique French Automaton Singing Bird in Brass Cage, Music Box, circa 1880
$665List Price
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 11 in (27.94 cm)Diameter: 6 in (15.24 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:1880
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Overall very good condition and working with pleasant "chirp" and minor finish loss.
- Seller Location:Big Flats, NY
- Reference Number:Seller: 696341stDibs: LU2396318354402
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