Lot 5594 - ibid154 Works of Art, Decorative Arts & European Ceramics - online only - Tuesday, 23. September 2025, 9.30 AM
CYLINDER MUSICAL BOX WITH CARILLON AND TAMBOURINE, AND TWO INTERCHANGEABLE CYLINDERS
Switzerland, late 19th century.
Rosewood, burlwood and partly dyed woods inlaid in fillets and floral medallions, and partly lacquered black and painted with musical instruments. Rectangular body with hinged lid on a straight frame and flattened feet. The inside of the lid veneered with bird's eye maple. Cylinder musical box with comb, tambourine and six bells. The bell strikers are partly enameled and in the shape of insects. Six melodies. Repeater and change function. Winding key missing. Black-lacquered wooden case with two additional cylinders.
62 × 38 × 38 cm.
Conditionreport:
- cracks and losses<br>- movement needs to be checked<br>- tambourine not in working order CHF 2 000 / 3 000 | (€ 2 060 / 3 090)
Sold for CHF 1 250 (including buyer's premium)