19th Century Functioning Singing Bird Automaton dress form The machine measures 9" W

The machine measures 9" W x 15"L x 4" H

The leather has developed some weathering and patina over its life

"Friday Night Mixed LGE

Likely originating near Iowa

The light is in good working condition and comes complete with lenses and its original box

19th Century Functioning Singing Bird Automaton dress form The machine measures 9" W19th century singing bird automaton. 6. 5"W x 5. 5"D x 12"H. This automaton features a gilt brass cage housing a songbird. The songbird has retained a few of her feathers over the past several decades and exhibits peaks of her original red color. On the bottom of the cage you'll find the wind up mechanism that operates the bird as well as the speaker hole from which the song would once have played. When on the bird comes to life flicking it's tail and