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Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces

Hong Kong, Nov 28, 2026

LOT 143

UNSIGNED, GERMAN, SINGING BIRD BOX, ENAMEL, SILVER

HKD 20,000 - 40,000

EUR 2,300 - 4,600 / CHF 2,100 - 4,200 / USD 2,600 - 5,100 / JPY 404,000 - 810,000

A fine and rare, key-winding, sterling silver singing bird box. Rectangular case chased in high relief with putti playing instruments amid floral scrolls, and with exotic birds flanking a trophy; hinged lid framed by scrollwork and cherubs, centering an oval painted miniature of a nude young lady in a rose landscape. The underside is stamped 925 together with a maker’s punch and small hallmarks


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Grading System
Grade: AA

Very good

Case: 3-8

Good

Slightly scratched

Movement: 3*

Good

Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense

Brand UNSIGNED, GERMAN

Model Singing bird box

Year circa 1900-1930s

Length 9.5cm

Height 3.5cm

Width 6cm

Weight 538gr. (approx.)

Accessories Accompanied by a bird-shaped key