Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
Description:
Twelve-air Orchestral Cylinder Musical Box, c. 1890, playing twelve airs, 17 1/2-in. cylinder, six bells with flower mounts, and butterfly hammers, drum, dual combs, zither attachment, and song indicator, all housed in a rosewood inlaid and marquetry case.
Estimate $400-500
not functioning, needs restoration, lid detached and split, veneer losses, lacking catch for spring, (not able to determine function of spring) surface rust to bed and combs, lock has been pryed open
The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Jonathan Dowling
Director, Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
508-970-3131
Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
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