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STERLING SILVER BIRD MUSIC BOX

• SINGING BIRD MUSIC BOXA 20th
  SINGING BIRD MUSIC BOXA 20th century Sterling Silver Singing Bird music box Automaton, probably German. Rectangular shape with bas relief putti panels at each side as well as the oval, hinged cover, raised on scrolled foliate feet. Key wind mechanism that opens to reveal a mechanical singing bird with colorful feathers when activated. Marked "Sterling, .925". Some wear. Winds and functioning correctly when catalogued. 4 1/2" long. ESTIMATE $800-1,200 Condition: Some wear, winds and functioning correctly when cataloged.
• 800 silver repousse musical bird
  800 silver repousse musical bird box, serpentine case decorated with floral and cherub musical themes, winds with key from bottom, switch in the form of a bird slides to the right to turn the box on, bird hangs up a little when it turns off. Strong voice on bird, colorful feathers in good condition, 4" x 3", 2" h Estimate $1,000-1,500
• A modern silver singing bird
  A modern silver singing bird automaton music box of rectangular form each panel decorated with figures in various pursuits with hinged oval lid Martin Gerald & Sid Adler London 2002 4in. Estimate ?600-800 Overall condition is good. The bird sings and moves freely. Descriptions provided in both printed and on-line catalogue formats do not include condition reports. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear imperfections or the effects of aging. Interested bidders are strongly encouraged to request a condition report on any lots upon which they intend to bid prior to placing a bid. All transactions are governed by Gorringes Conditions of Sale.Sold for ?900
• GERMAN BLUE-GROUND ENAMEL-MOUNTED
  GERMAN BLUE-GROUND ENAMEL-MOUNTED SILVER (935) BIRD MUSIC BOX Marked Germany 935; the top painted with fruit and centered by an oval hinged lid with dead bird and nest opening to a pop-up bird; the front with crayfish reserve the reverse with fruit bird lever. 1 1/2 x 4 in. Estate of Katherine W. Mellon Stonington CT.
• GERMAN STERLING SILVER SINGING BIRD
  GERMAN STERLING SILVER SINGING BIRD AUTOMATON BOX Circa 1900, the underside marked "Sterling / Germany / 925 / 1," the serpentine case raised on bun feet, with all over embossed scroll floral, putti and instrument designs on a stippled ground. When the mechanism is wound, the oval lid lifts to reveal a feathered bird which pivots, flaps, and chirps; includes key.
• EARLY SWISS SILVER SINGING BIRD
  EARLY SWISS SILVER SINGING BIRD MUSIC BOXEarly Swiss Silver Singing Bird Music Box Condition: This item is in Excellent original condition with no damage or repairs. Please Email or call for a detailed condition report.
• FRENCH GILT-BRONZE AND
  FRENCH GILT-BRONZE AND BLUE-GROUND ENAMEL BIRD MUSIC BOX The oval hinged lid with courting couple lever-released to reveal a pop-up bird on pierced grid the lattice sides with cherub and wreath mounts. 1 1/2 x 4 x 2 1/2 in. Estate of Katherine W. Mellon Stonington CT.
• GERMAN STERLING SILVER AUTOMATON
  GERMAN STERLING SILVER AUTOMATON BIRD BOX German sterling silver automaton created by Vereinigte Silberwarenfabrik, Hanau, a box of bombe form decorated with repousse putti playing instruments amongst foliage, when activated the bird-shaped key and switch open the oval lid to reveal a twittering bird fluttering its wings with polychrome feathers, raised upon four scrolled feather-shaped feet, circa 1914, marked. 2.5" H x 4.5" W x 2.75" D.
• FRENCH GILT-BRONZE ENAMEL BIRD
  FRENCH GILT-BRONZE ENAMEL BIRD MUSIC BOX The oval hinged lid with courting couple lever-released to reveal pop-up bird the case with applied filigree work. 1 3/4 x 4 x 2 3/4 in. Estate of Katherine W. Mellon Stonington CT.
• GERMAN STERLING GUILLOCHE AUTOMATON
  GERMAN STERLING GUILLOCHE AUTOMATON SINGING BIRD BOX IN ORIGINAL PRESENTATION BOX: Iridescent singing bird housed in a green enamel and sterling box. The top centered with a carved ivory plaque (door for the bird). Key winds with bird form key. Flower form screws at the corners. Inscribed across the bottom front M.E.T. Oct. 12 1929. In good working order. Approx. 2'' tall x 4 1/4'' x 2 3/4''. The presentation box is 2 3/4''t. x 6 1/8'' x 4 3/4''.
• Bronze Singing Bird Mechanical
  Bronze Singing Bird Mechanical Music Box elaborate filigree style case 3'' x 4'' working.
• *A Silvered Metal Music Box in
  *A Silvered Metal Music Box in the form of a butterfly having etched floral decoration throughout raised on four paw feet. Height 3 1/2 x width 9 3/8 x depth 6 1/4 inches.
• ANTIQUE GERMAN SILVER BIRD
  ANTIQUE GERMAN SILVER BIRD SINGING MUSIC BOXAntique German Silver Bird Singing Music Box, good condition for its age. Diameters: H: 2 1/2 inches W: 4 1/2 inches D: 3 inches DL-#13/CB-B
• A Continental Silver Singing Bird
  A Continental Silver Singing Bird Automaton Box Late 19th/Early 20th Century with key. marked '925 Sterling 5' on underside Height 2 1/4 x width 4 1/2 x depth 3 1/4 inches.
• A gilt metal singing bird box
  A gilt metal singing bird box with filigree decoration to the whole the oval hinged cover enclosing the bird with slide to the front complete with key in the form of a bird and with receipt
• CONTINENTAL GLASS AND ''PEARL''
  CONTINENTAL GLASS AND ''PEARL'' MOUNTED SILVER-GILT BIRD MUSIC BOX Not marked; the top with green red and diamanti mounts and bird amidst scrolls and a hinged oval lid opening to one pop-up bird; the rear with hinged flap sides and underneath with bird panels. 1 5/8 x 4 1/8 in. Estate of Katherine W. Mellon Stonington CT.
• Brass filigree musical bird box,
  Brass filigree musical bird box, the hinged lid set with a carved jade medallion with pink coral beaded border, filigree overlay on all sides, plays well, the bird does not retract perfectly when the tune is finished, unmarked, 4 3/16" w, 2 11/16" d, 2" h Estimate $1,000-1,500
• German Rococo style silver
  German Rococo style silver singing bird automaton music box, Karl Griesbaum, Germany, 20th Century lightly-gilt repousse silver case decorated with floral forms and amorini; 2 in. H., 3 1/8 X 4 1/4 in.
• CONTINENTAL ENAMEL AND
  CONTINENTAL ENAMEL AND CLOISONNÉ-MOUNTED GILT-METAL BIRD MUSIC BOX The oval hinged lid with Egyptian hieroglyph motifs lever-released to reveal pop-up bird on pierced grid above maroon-ground relief sides. 1 5/8 x 4 1/4 x 2 3/4 in. Estate of Katherine W. Mellon Stonington CT.
• GERMAN .800 SILVER AUTOMATON
  GERMAN .800 SILVER AUTOMATON SINGING BIRD MUSIC BOX. With key H: 1.75'' W: 4'' D: 2.25'' Condition: No Specific Condition Recorded - Sold As Is
• GERMAN SILVER SINGING BIRD BOX
  GERMAN SILVER SINGING BIRD BOX circa 1900. With repousse work.
• A German Silver Singing Bird
  A German Silver Singing Bird Automaton Box Late 19th/Early 20th Century marked 'Sterling / Germany' to underside Height 2 1/4 x width 4 1/4 x depth 3 1/8 inches.
• An Elaborate Singing Bird Automaton
  An Elaborate Singing Bird Automaton Silver gilt case on four scrolled feet the surfaces encrusted with relief designs of flowers instruments putti musicians. The relief designs are very crust and precise. Four applied figures of musician putti sit on top of the base and the latch press is in the form of a bird; a nest with mother and two baby birds serves as finial atop a fancy canopy supported by garland draped rococo supports. Overall measures apprx. 5-1/4"W x 3-1/2"D x 8-1/4"H. The interior of the box is also encrusted with relief designs of a flower urn swag and birds in the demonstrating original gilt finish. The underside has two very worn stamped marks and scratched numerals. Winding key in the shape of a bird. Working condition not tested or guaranteed.
• A Bird Automaton Box, German, ca.
  A Bird Automaton Box, German, ca. Mid 20th Century Brass scrollwork case with gilding. Going-barrel movement. Bird with red, gray, and black plumage, moving perch, wings and metal beak. Winding key included. The singing has a moderate tone. The box measures approx. 1-3/4"H 4-1/4"L x 2-3/4"W.
• A German Silver-Gilt Singing Bird
  A German Silver-Gilt Singing Bird Automaton Box Late 19th/Early 20th Century in a serpentine repoussé case, the bird having a metal beak with moving perch, wings and beak. marked '925' on underside Height 2 1/4 x width 4 1/2 x depth 3 inches. Property from a Private Collector, Lincolnwood, Illinois
• A GERMAN SILVER SINGING BIRD
  A GERMAN SILVER SINGING BIRD AUTOMATON MUSIC BOXA German silver singing bird automaton music box, Fourth-quarter 19th Century Marked to base with unidentified bird mark The rectangular-form bird-box with silver case chased with avian motifs and scrolling acanthus, the top centering an oval hinged lid with repousse putto revealing a reticulated grill with singing feathered automaton bird, with bird-form activation switch 1.875" H x 3.875" W x 2.875" D Dimensions: 1.875" H x 3.875" W x 2.875" D
• Victorian Double Birds in Cage
  Victorian Double Birds in Cage Music Box large model working 20 1/2'' tall 11'' diameter.
• CERAMIC MUSIC BOX, CANARY
  CERAMIC MUSIC BOX, CANARY BIRDFeatures beautiful yellow bird sitting on oak tree branch. Unmarked. #MusicBox #Canarybird Issued: circa 20th c. - 21st c. Dimensions: 7.75" H Country of Origin: Taiwan Condition: Some age related wear. Hairline crack on left side where bird and branch meet. Tested, but functionality not guaranteed.
• GRIESBAUM SINGING BIRD AUTOMATON
  GRIESBAUM SINGING BIRD AUTOMATON MUSIC BOXContinental .900 Silver Singing Bird Automaton Music Box , c. 1900, attr. Karl Griesbaum, Schwarzwald, Germany, marked "900", decorated with classical trophees, sliding button activates lid and singing bird, hinged lid to rear holds bird-form winding key, h. 1 1/2 in., w. 4 in., d. 2 1/2 in., accompanied by la leather box
• GERMAN ENAMEL & GILT METAL
  GERMAN ENAMEL & GILT METAL SINGING BIRD MUSIC BOXDESCRIPTION: A German Enamel Music box, The lid depicting a courting couple in a rural landscape, concealing the singing bird, the sides decorated with landscape vignettes, impressed EB marked underneath. Has original key.Box in tune and works perfectly. CIRCA: Early 20th Cent. ORIGIN: Germany DIMENSIONS: H: 2" W: 4" Depth: 2.5" CONDITION: Great condition. See lot description for details on item condition. More detailed condition requests can be obtained via email (info@akibaantiques.com) or SMS 305-332-9274. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Akiba Antiques shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
• Singing Bird in Cage Mechanical
  Singing Bird in Cage Mechanical Music Box working 12-1/2'' tall
• CONTINENTAL ENAMEL LIDDED AND
  CONTINENTAL ENAMEL LIDDED AND GILT-METAL TORTOISESHELL BIRD MUSIC BOX The oval hinged top with water view and floral spray opening to a pop-up bird on pierced scroll plate front lever hinged flap at rear. 1 3/8 x 3 7/8 in. Estate of Katherine W. Mellon Stonington CT.
• FRENCH SINGING BIRD MUSIC
  FRENCH SINGING BIRD MUSIC BOXDESCRIPTION: A French singing bird music box. Features an ornate gilt metal bird cage designed foundation with floral reliefs. Further designed with a center perched signing bird and wind up mechanism underneath. Marked: "Made In France" CIRCA: 20th Cent. ORIGIN: France DIMENSIONS: H: 11.5" x D: 6.5" CONDITION: Not in working condition. See lot description for details on item condition. More detailed condition requests can be obtained via email (info@akibaantiques.com) or SMS 305-332-9274. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Akiba Antiques shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
• SILVER SINGING BIRD AUTOMATON
  SILVER SINGING BIRD AUTOMATON WITH CLOCK 800-Silver Wind-Up Singing Bird Box, with French hallmarks, in an intricate footed case with key, having a top section supported by four columns, with clock insert, 6 1/2" high, 4 1/2" x 2 7/8". Singing bird operating.
• Singing Bird Music Box key wind
  Singing Bird Music Box key wind mechanism with singing bird in brass box, marked on base "Germany", with key, 1-3/4 x 4-1/8 x 2-5/8 in.
• 800 SILVER SINGING BIRD AUTOMATON
  800 SILVER SINGING BIRD AUTOMATON BOX, REPOUSSÉDESIGN, LIKELY GERMAN. SHAPED FRONT AND SIDES. TINY FEATHERED BIRD SINGS AND TURNS ITS HEAD SIDE TO SIDE. HIDDEN COMPARTMENT IN BACK WITH THE KEY. WORKING AT PRESENT, BUT NOT GUARANTEED. 1 1/2" HIGH, 4" WIDE, 2 1/2" DEEP. HAS HIDDEN COMPARTMENT WITH ORIGINAL KEY