Karl Griesbaum, Germany, "Whistler", painted wood figure of hobo leaning on lamppost with bottle of spirits in pocket, spring driven movement and bellows playing "For He's a Jolly Good Fellow", c1925 — Antique Clocks Price Guide

Name: Karl Griesbaum, Germany, "Whistler", painted wood figure of hobo leaning on lamppost with bottle of spirits in pocket, spring driven movement and bellows playing "For He's a Jolly Good Fellow", c1925
Brand: Griesbaum, Karl
Price: 700 USD
Availability: Discontinued

Shelf or Mantel Figural Moving Eye Animated Griesbaum, Karl Germany auction

Price Record

Sale date October 28, 2012

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Maker Griesbaum, Karl
Model Whistler
Type Shelf or Mantel Figural Moving Eye Animated
Country Germany
Price type auction
Date October 28, 2012
Source R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts

Description

the piece is in excellent original condition with strong paint and coloration and Griesbaum trademark stamp on rear. The movement is running and tune plays loud and clear. Ht 19"

Record courtesy of R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts