20: A SWISS 6 AIRS CYLINDER MUSIC BOX, AMERICAN TUNES
Rectangular walnut burled veneer case with molded ebonized edge opening to reveal a listing of all six airs on printed card and including cylindrical mechanism the case with mahogany and walnut veneer, flanked by brass winding handle marked with serial number "56913," raised on four partial block feet, together with key. The cylinder measures 3.5 inches.
Measures 11 x 6.5 x 5 inches closed.
Very good condition. Winds and plays, no missing teeth, changes songs, a bit of extra mechanism sound, the hammer that catches in the cylinder cog when winding rides noisily on the brass cog.
$300 - $500
Fine and Decorative Arts Auction
Sunday, December 10th 2017
SOLD - $300
Sold Price does not include Buyer's Premium