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Gilt Bronze, Pearl and Enamel Singing Bird Box by Bontems, circa 1890

$18,534.85
£13,500
€16,049.62
CA$25,974.81
A$26,300.13
CHF 14,962.07
MX$319,629.05
NOK 176,859.12
SEK 175,930.01
DKK 119,974.79

About the Item

A stunning gilt bronze and seed pearl singing bird box by Bontems of Paris - CIRCA 1890. The bird rises from beneath the enamal oval lid and is sure to delight!
  • Creator:
    Bontems (Maker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 1.19 in (3 cm)Width: 4.34 in (11 cm)Depth: 2.76 in (7 cm)
  • Style:
    Victorian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1890
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2015329814202

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