19th Century Functioning Singing Bird Automaton dress form This letter opener is decorated

This letter opener is decorated with symbols pertaining to the Masons Guild

Small metal hooks have also been affixed to the face of the cabinet along the shelves

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

The cast is housed in a casing for protection and is in excellent condition

The chair has overall dimensions of 31"W x 32"D x 39"H

19th Century Functioning Singing Bird Automaton dress form This letter opener is decorated19th 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