1872 Swiss Huit Airs Wood Cylinder Music Box
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Description
Central Europe, Switzerland, ca. 1872 CE. A captivating wooden music box with a floral inlay and the metal cylinder mechanism within. The rectangular box opens on a hinged lid to reveal the levers and comb cylinder. The right side contains two switch levers, and the left has a large arm lever. A glass door opens and protects the cylinder comb from dust, but allows the viewer to watch the mesmerizing turning of the cylinder as the music plays. This music box still functions, and 8 harmonious songs from well-known composers, including Strauss, Mandelson and Rossini are captured on the cylinder. The original tune card is taped to the interior of the lid. Size: 22.25" L x 8.75" W x 5.5" H (56.5 cm x 22.2 cm x 14 cm)
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Provenance: private Glorieta, New Mexico, USA collection
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#163271
This piece has been searched against the Art Loss Register database and has been cleared. The Art Loss Register maintains the world’s largest database of stolen art, collectibles, and antiques.
Provenance: private Glorieta, New Mexico, USA collection
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
We ship worldwide to most countries and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.
#163271
Condition
Scuffs and surface abrasions to exterior box. Interior is in excellent condition with original list of songs taped to lid interior - paper is torn and areas are indiscernible. The cylinder functions with beautiful tones!
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1872 Swiss Huit Airs Wood Cylinder Music Box
Estimate $8,000 - $12,000
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