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LOT 22

Lot 22

Austrian Cold Painted Bronze Animated Owl Form Servant Call Button, early 20th century

Austrian Cold Painted Bronze Animated Owl Form Servant Call Button, early 20th century
Lot 22 Details
Austrian Cold Painted Bronze Animated Owl Form Servant Call Button, early 20th century

unsigned, modelled perched with feather quill atop two books, the mechanical bird's eyes opening with the push of the button
height 5.25 in — 13.3 cm

Estimate $500-$700

Realised: $1,560
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Austrian Cold Painted Bronze Animated Owl Form Servant Call Button, early 20th century
  • Austrian Cold Painted Bronze Animated Owl Form Servant Call Button, early 20th century

CONDITION DETAILS

In very good condition.

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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