Vintage “Dagger Chest” Topper Stage Magic Prop overalls This automaton features a gilt

This automaton features a gilt brass cage housing a songbird

complete with a faded floral decal and surface rust that speak to decades of practical use

casting dramatic shadows typical of traditional Moroccan lantern craft

The lid to this case features an art deco depiction of a knight riding his horse

Vintage “Dagger Chest” Topper Stage Magic Prop overalls This automaton features a giltColorful stage illusion "Dagger Chest" featuring ten metal blades arranged in a dramatic fanned formation. Each dagger has a textured blue wooden handle and a flat steel blade, all designed to pass through the central arched housing during performance. The arch is painted a bright golden yellow with hand applied black flourish motifs and is mounted to a bold red baseplate with brass hinges. The removable daggers slide cleanly through the slots, and