A troika musical automaton of a painted wood horse-drawn sled, Russia, late 19th / early 20th century: A troika musical automaton of a painted wood horse-drawn sled, Russia, late 19th / early 20th century

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A troika musical automaton of a painted wood horse-drawn sled, Russia, late 19th / early 20th century

A late 19th/early 20th century Russian musical automaton featuring a painted wooden troika (three-horse sled). The mechanical piece represents Russian folk tradition and craftsmanship.

Spotted At: Auction House · Sotheby's

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Russian Works of Art, Fabergé and Icons

November 30, 2021

Estimate: $4,000 – $6,000

Lot 686

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A troika musical automaton of a painted wood horse-drawn sled, Russia, late 19th / early 20th century, A troika musical automaton of a painted wood horse-drawn sled, Russia, late 19th / early 20th century

A late 19th/early 20th century Russian musical automaton featuring a painted wooden troika (three-horse sled). The mechanical piece represents Russian folk tradition and craftsmanship.

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