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A Four-Air Grand Format Variations Music Box by Nicole Frères
Estimate: $10,000-$15,000
Sold
$6,500
Live Auction
European Furniture and Decorative Arts
Location
Chicago
Description
A Four-Air Grand Format Variations Music Box by Nicole Frères
serial no. 45357, with a 16 1/2 x 4 inch cylinder, two-piece comb and silver plated tune sheet for Kieth, Prowse & Co., London, playing Carnival of Venice, Home Sweet Home, Lilly Dale and The Last Rose of Summer (Gamme #2128), in rosewood case with carrying handles and metal and enamel inlays.
Height 11 x width 33 x depth 16 inches.
Property from the Myra and Larry Karp Collection of Musical Boxes and Automata, Seattle, Washington
This lot is located in Chicago.
Condition
The case with areas of restoration, listing and loss to inlay and enameling, does not impact aesthetic unless viewed closely. The works in well conserved condition, runs well with a pleasant and strong sound. Additional images and video available upon request.