Sold for:
$1,998
$1,998
Karl Griesbaum Musical Cigar Dispenser Automaton of Mozart, with clockwork cylinder movement playing two airs ( Zauberflote and Eine Kleine Nachtmusik ), in polychrome lacquered pagoda-form rococo case with spiral-twist columns flanking double doors that open to reveal two cigar compartments and a miniature salon with illuminated chandelier and wall sconces, mirrors and simulated ivory figure of Mozart with articulated head, seated at grand piano, ht. 12 1/2 in.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2007-10-28
