German Gilt Singing Bird Box, Manner of Karl Griesbaum
Artist/Designer; Manufacturer: Karl Griesbaum, manner of
Marking(s); notes: no marking(s) apparent; labeled circa 1880
Country of origin; materials: Germany; gilt metal, feather, other (mechanical components)
Description: "Be as a bird perched on a frail branch that she feels bending beneath her, still she sings away all the same, knowing she has wings." - Victor Hugo
Gilt metal case has a cherub and floral motif which opens to reveal a colorful singing bird automaton. Feathers appear iridescent. Key is present.
Dimensions (H, W, D): 1.75"h, 4"w, 2.5"d
Condition Report: good, patina to metal, hinge slightly loose, wear to bird (some feathers ruffled or bald, eyes missing), voice is clear, overall functions well though mechanism hitches occasionally
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Artist/Designer; Manufacturer: Karl Griesbaum, manner of
Marking(s); notes: no marking(s) apparent; labeled circa 1880
Country of origin; materials: Germany; gilt metal, feather, other (mechanical components)
Description: "Be as a bird perched on a frail branch that she feels bending beneath her, still she sings away all the same, knowing she has wings." - Victor Hugo
Gilt metal case has a cherub and floral motif which opens to reveal a colorful singing bird automaton. Feathers appear iridescent. Key is present.
Dimensions (H, W, D): 1.75"h, 4"w, 2.5"d
Condition Report: good, patina to metal, hinge slightly loose, wear to bird (some feathers ruffled or bald, eyes missing), voice is clear, overall functions well though mechanism hitches occasionally
