$492
Lever-wind Twelve-air Cylinder Music Box, Switzerland, no. 25334, cast iron bedplate, dual springs, and combs, 20-in. cylinder, shield-shaped tune indicator, and zither attachment, housed in a burl walnut and crossbanded veneered case with cast gilt side handles, lg. 36 in. Estimate $1,500-2,000 veneer losses, brass and enameling marquetry on top lid is missing 2/3rd of the decoration, sound is good but needs cleaning and lubrication, switches/levers need adjustmenst. 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.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2017-10-27
