Bidspirit auction | A German Automaton Singing Bird

A German Automaton Singing Bird Box, Late 19th Century - A German Automaton Singing Bird Box, Late 19th Century   In the form of a French parquetry-inlaid commode.   Dimensions : 4 3/4 in. wide, 3 1/2 in. deep, 7 3/4 in. high Provenance:  From descendants of Elizabeth Morris Wistar Condition: Not examined for working order.  Minor cracks to veneer with some scattered losses.  Together with a key.