1930's Karl Griesbaum Automaton Carved Hobo Whistler and Lamp - Working Germany
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Antique 1930's Hand Carved Wooden Whistler AutomatonKarl GriesbaumHobo / Drunk / WhistlerWorking with Original KeyThis amazing 1930s music box still works, bellows and all.The finish is original and in excellent condition with great deep color and attention to detail. Approx 19" tall, with the base measuring about 5-1/4" x 3-3/4" approx.I do know how the bulb turns on. The bulb is solid and the connections appear good. The is an old repair to one glass panel that is hardly noticeableThe Karl Griesbaum factory operated out of two small buildings in the Black Forest region town of Triberg.The factory, which was known for its mechanical whistling birds and hand carved wooden figures.This is stamped with the Griesbaum logo and Ken-D. The bellows appears to be in good functional condition.The head moves well. The mechanism winds well.Shipping to the Lower 48 StatesPlease Inquire About International ShippingKeywords: automaton, bird, carl, germany, black forest, wood, wooden, music box, vintage, antique, rare, grisbaum, automation
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