3.3K views · 250 reactions |    One of the rarest examples of a mechanical bird box ever seen, this extraordinary box features not one, but two brilliantly colored love birds. #msrau #birdbox #doublebirdbox #fineart #antiques #antiqueboxes #antiquebox #birdbox #musicalbox #antiquemusicbox #enamel #enamelbox #silvergilt #antiquecollector #musiccollector #musical #luxury #luxuryshopping #luxurygifts #antiquemarket #antiquecollector #arthistory #gildedage | M.S. Rau | Facebook

This Swiss gold-plated singing bird box is a masterpiece of mechanical artistry. Once triggered, the lid opens to reveal a brightly colored automaton bird that moves not only its beak, but also its head and wings as it chirps its song. 🐦🐦 View full description here: http://bit.ly/2UdHdl5 | M.S. Rau

This extraordinary circa 1815-1820 singing bird box by Frères Rochat features an exceptionally rare enamel interior, a detail rarely encountered in Rochat boxes. The sophisticated fusée movement allows for extended songs and complex articulated bird movements. Crafted in 18K gold with natural pearls, authentic hummingbird feathers and mechanical precision, this represents a singular masterwork from the renowned Swiss workshop.From our sold archives.#msrau #antiques #antiqueoftheday #birdbox #his