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Early 20th Century Mechanical Wind Up French Singing Bird Cage Automaton
$1,500List Price
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 11 in (27.94 cm)Diameter: 6 in (15.24 cm)
- Style:Edwardian (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:Brass,Repoussé
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:circa 1900
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Vancouver, CA
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU4631218238702
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