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c1825-30 Musical Box, 2 tune, Tin Litho w/ Vue du Thalacker, from old Sihl Gate

$ 211.2

Availability: 69 in stock
  • Handmade: Yes
  • Condition: Used
  • Modified Item: No
  • All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: Switzerland

    Description

    A very fine & original 2 air, tin cased  musical box, unmarked as to maker, with one piece comb, mother of pearl buttons  for start/stop  &  tune change.  Still retains a delicate paper tune program  label inside the lid: Ay ay Musilina(?) &  Il Travatore, Duetto... Verdi.  The  exceptional  applied lithograph depicts a view of Thalacker, then a suburb  of  Zurich.  Described  as "prise depuis la porte de la Sihl a Zurich",meaning: this view was captured from in front of the famous Sihl Gate, which  was removed in 1834. The entire area now totally unrecognizable because of city  development.  The movement is lacking its geneva stop work,  but that does not  impair its operation in any way.  Cylinder pinning excellent as is the comb  &  all teeth with no damages, repairs, etc...  Another fine historical  instrument & document, that with a little tender loving care, cleaning  &  re-dampering will be a great addition to any collection.  This  &  other  instruments  are currently available.
    Video link:
    https://youtu.be/KRCF7hHFrzM
    Measures1-1/4”h (lid closed) x 3-3/4”w x 2-1/4”d.