DESCRIPTION:
Karl Griesbaum, Triberg, Germany, carved "Hobo" or "Drunkard" whistling figure, spring driven brass movement driving a bellows, cam-controlled slide whistle, and head turn motion enclosed in a hand carved wood figure depicting an inebriated man in a top hat who leans on a lamp post, the top of which contains a battery powered bulb behind red glass.
CONDITION:
The figure is in very nice condition with just a few scratches to the finish. The figure's walking stick may be a replacement, but it is hard to tell. The piece is stamped with Griesbaum bird logo and "Ken-D" trademark. The movement is stamped "MADE IN GERMANY".The bellows will need to be restored. The movement runs when wound and is a little loose within its compartment. The battery compartment in the base has some light corrosion.
ESTIMATE:
$400
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$600
PRICE SOLD:
$300
CIRCA: 1930
DIMENSIONS: 19.5in x 5in x 3.5in
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