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A French coin-operated singing bird automaton, attributed to Bontems of Paris, c.1910, the bird...
View MoreA French coin-operated singing bird automaton, attributed to Bontems of Paris, c.1910, the bird...
Price Realised: £2,362
Estimate: £1,500 - £2,500
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Lot 31
Description
A French coin-operated singing bird automaton, attributed to Bontems of Paris, c.1910, the bird with coloured plumage on a brass perch entwined with foliage on a naturalistic base, in a domed wirework cage with brass carrying handle, on a mahogany base with foliate brass mounts and drawer, 57cm high, 25cm wide, 25cm deep
Roseberys cannot guarantee the working order of any automaton.
Fees & VAT
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The buyer shall pay the hammer price together with a premium thereon of 26% up to £20,000 (31.2% inclusive of VAT), 25% from £20,001 - £500,000 (30% inclusive of VAT), 20% from £500,001 thereafter (24% inclusive of VAT). The premium price is subject to VAT at the standard rate.
VAT
VAT is not charged on the hammer price unless it is stated that there is 'VAT applicable on the hammer price at the end of the description. Buyer's premium is subject to VAT.(ARR) - ARTIST'S RESALE RIGHT
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0 to £50,000 - 4%
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ARR is capped at £12,500
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