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Serial no. 21109

Cylinder Music Box
late 19th century (made)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

Cylinder music box in a case of mahogany with light wood stringing, playing six popular airs including 'Old Cowler' and 'God Save the Queen'. There is no inner lid, and a size 16 key. Accompanied by original blue-bordered tunesheet.

Object details

Categories
Object type
Parts
This object consists of 2 parts.

  • Cylinder Musical Box
  • Winding Key
TitleSerial no. 21109 (generic title)
Materials and techniques
Brief description
Cylinder music box by B. B. and Cie, in a case of mahogany with light wood stringing, playing six popular airs. Switzerland, late 19th century.
Physical description
Cylinder music box in a case of mahogany with light wood stringing, playing six popular airs including 'Old Cowler' and 'God Save the Queen'. There is no inner lid, and a size 16 key. Accompanied by original blue-bordered tunesheet.
Dimensions
  • Cylinder length: 10.75in
Credit line
Purchase made possible through the gift of an anonymous benefactor.
Collection
Accession number
W.133:1-1975

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Record createdJune 24, 2009
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