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A SWISS ENAMEL SINGING BIRD AUTOMATON MUSIC BOX

20th century, with gilt metal mounts, the hinged lid of oval form depicting a shepherd, figures and sheep, with similar panels to the front and back of the box, with a sliding switch activating the singing bird which appears from a pierced gilt grill, the underside inscribed 'REUGE MUSIC SAINTE-CROIS MADE IN SWITZERLAND', in original red leather box with original instruction papers,

the box 11.2cm wide

In working order but not fully tested or guaranteed.

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A SWISS ENAMEL SINGING BIRD AUTOMATON MUSIC BOX

Name: A SWISS ENAMEL SINGING BIRD AUTOMATON MUSIC BOX
SKU: 177005217
Price: 2500 GBP
Availability: InStock

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