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Early 20thC French Architectural Bird Cage
The dome top tin and wire cage having a turned oak finial and original hanging chain with perch and double feeding cups to the interior and sliding trapdoor with removable circular base survives from the first quarter of the twentieth century.
In good original condition, the cage has no replacement parts nor has it been restored or cleaned in any way. There is one small hairline crack to the base but is neither noticeable nor problematic. The oak is tactile and has a good colour.
Birdcages such as this were often built to represent monumental buildings, such as the Taj Mahal, the Eiffel Tower or a Georgian mansion. At one point, parrots were only housed in these fanciful cages to roost. Ornamented and structurally lavish cages became popular among the noble classes in Europe around the 14th century. Experts and collectors agree that of these early cages, the most talented artisans were the French and the Dutch. In France, a guild of cage makers was licensed and chartered by royalty to fabricate cages generally made of iron or brass wire. These guilds of artisans made cages specifically for male and female songbirds. At the same time, in other areas of the world, cages were being built out of bamboo, wicker, wood, rattan and reed.
Hugely decorative, adding gothic French charm to any interior or exterior, try it hung from loft spaces or slung from oak beams. Twit-twoo.
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Private dealer, By appointment only
The Onion Barn, Shoe Cottage,
15 High Street, Blunham,
Bedfordshire, MK44 3NL.
MK44 3NL
Tel : 07729 213013
Non UK callers : +44 7729 213013
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In good original condition, the cage has no replacement parts nor has it been restored or cleaned in any way. There is one small hairline crack to the base but is neither noticeable nor problematic. The oak is tactile and has a good colour.
Birdcages such as this were often built to represent monumental buildings, such as the Taj Mahal, the Eiffel Tower or a Georgian mansion. At one point, parrots were only housed in these fanciful cages to roost. Ornamented and structurally lavish cages became popular among the noble classes in Europe around the 14th century. Experts and collectors agree that of these early cages, the most talented artisans were the French and the Dutch. In France, a guild of cage makers was licensed and chartered by royalty to fabricate cages generally made of iron or brass wire. These guilds of artisans made cages specifically for male and female songbirds. At the same time, in other areas of the world, cages were being built out of bamboo, wicker, wood, rattan and reed.
Hugely decorative, adding gothic French charm to any interior or exterior, try it hung from loft spaces or slung from oak beams. Twit-twoo.
Price The price has been listed in British Pounds.
Conversion rates as of 16/JAN/2025. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer. Phone or visit the website to buy, Free UK shipping.
DimensionsBase Diameter 12 inches
Overall Height 39.5 inches (with chain) or 24 inches the cage
Date c.1900-1925
Early 20th Century Antiques Material Wirework
Origin French
Condition Very Good.
Item code as155a712
Status Sold
£170.00 
$208.00 
€201.91 
$
€
Conversion rates as of 16/JAN/2025. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer. Phone or visit the website to buy, Free UK shipping.
View all stock from
Doe And Hope
Private dealer, By appointment onlyThe Onion Barn, Shoe Cottage,
15 High Street, Blunham,
Bedfordshire, MK44 3NL.
MK44 3NL
Tel : 07729 213013
Non UK callers : +44 7729 213013
Get directions to Doe And Hope
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