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Lot 14

AN ANTIQUE SWISS TEN-AIR THREE-BELL MUSIC BOX
Circa 1890

The 16cm lever-wound cylinder playing ten airs, with three striking bells each with flower finials, the movement with start / stop, change / repeat controls and tune indicator, the music box under an internal glass cover, in a figured walnut case, the top and front inlaid with geometric borders, the top also with a floral centre, brass carrying handles to the sides, the original tune sheet pinned to the underside of the cover
22.5cm high, 46.5cm wide, 27cm deep

Estimate $500 - $700

Sold for $900

The music box appears to be working well but we have not thoroughly tested its operation, and cannot comment on the condition of working parts.
Some veneer repairs to the case, together with general wear and signs of aging



The opinions expressed in the condition reports are a guide only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Prospective buyers are encouraged to seek further information or request additional images during our pre-sale period where Leonard Joel staff are available for advice. Please note condition reports can be amended during the pre-sale period, so we strongly suggest any interested bidders check the published condition report available on the website before the auction commences. Leonard Joel makes no guarantee of the originality of mechanical or applied components. Absence of reference to such modifications does not imply that a lot is free from modifications.

Decorative Arts

AUCTION
Sale: LJ8796
6:00pm - 17 November 2025
Hawthorn

VIEWING
Fri 14 - Sun 16 November, 10am - 4pm
2 Oxley Rd, Hawthorn

CONTACT
Chiara Curcio
decorativearts@leonardjoel.com.au


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