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This antique Swiss cylinder music box, dating to approximately 1890, features an ebonized wooden case adorned with hand-painted details. The …
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This antique Swiss cylinder music box, dating to approximately 1890, features an ebonized wooden case adorned with hand-painted details. The lid opens to reveal the intricate musical mechanism, protected by a glass panel. The front of the box is fitted with a decorative brass escutcheon around the keyhole. This unsigned piece represents a classic example of late 19th-century mechanical music, originating from Switzerland, a renowned center for such craftsmanship. The internal mechanism includes a metal cylinder with pins that pluck a comb of tuned teeth, producing melodies.
Measures - 5.25"H x 17"W x 8.25"D
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- Dimensions
- 17ʺW × 8.25ʺD × 5.25ʺH
- Styles
- Aesthetic Movement
- Period
- Late 19th Century
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Metal
- Wood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brass
- Condition Notes
- Overall good condition with dings and scuffs. Working properly. Wear consistent with age and use; as photographed. Overall good condition with dings and scuffs. Working properly. Wear consistent with age and use; as photographed. less
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