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19thc Nicole Freres Cylinder Swiss Music Box

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19thc Nicole Freres Cylinder Swiss Music Box

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A very fine cylinder music box by Nicole Freres, Geneva, Switzerland, c.1860. Rosewood case, the lid with fruitwood inlay depicts musical instruments surrounded by a scroll motif, further decorated with double bands of string inlay. 13" cylinder which beautifully plays 8 operatic tunes by Bellini, Donizetti and Rossini among others. Interior label lists tunes and numbered 37397. Lock with key. The case measures 19-7/8" wide, 6-7/8 deep, 5.25" high.
HISTORY NOTE: Nicole Freres of Geneva was the premier manufacturer of these Swiss instruments, between 1840 and 1870, was the peak time of excellence in this field.

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19thc Nicole Freres Cylinder Swiss Music Box

Name: 19thc Nicole Freres Cylinder Swiss Music Box
SKU: 38845828
Price: 900 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $1,500 - $2,000

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