FRENCH DOUBLE SINGING BIRD AUTOMATON

1216. FRENCH DOUBLE SINGING BIRD AUTOMATON | This example features a pair of birds, one on a brass perch and one on the base. When activated, each bird sings while their heads move left and right with a twitch movement to a bird song as if talking to each other. Brown bird wiggles tail and beak opens and closes. Late 19th - early 20th century, France. The round bottom birdcage with molded brass frieze. The birdcage is accompanied with a period winding crank. | 21" h. | Overall (Excellent Condition) | $1,200 - $1,500
Condition Report: Overall (Excellent Condition)