This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 4/30/2022
French Mechanical Singing Bird Cage Automaton. France, ca. late 19th century/early 20th century (attr. Bontems). Wind-up automaton depicting a singing bird, the bird with original yellow plumage, fluttering its feathers and moving beak as it whistles. Height 18 ¼”. Diameter 10”. In domed gilded cage with felt base, original floral embellishments around perch. Bellows sounding weakly and to require repair or reconditioning; sold as-is. Stamped “Made in France” to underside. Lacks key/crank.