Sold for:
$4,305

Mira "EMPRESS" 18 1/2-inch Disc Musical Box, oxbow-shaped upper front cabinet with inlaid floral decoration, lower disc storage, pierced brass side handles, hinged lid opening to the double comb with dual zither attachment mounted to a single lever, pressure bar, and on/off switch, all mounted to a gilt bedplate, slow/fast switch below, together with forty-seven discs, ht. 40 in. Estimate $2,000-3,000 overall very nice condition, sound is strong, no broken teeth, front foot missing a piece of wood. finish appears to be original. Items may have wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. 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 shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.


Skinner

Auctioneer:
Skinner

Date:
2019-10-11

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