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Gamme no. 660

Cylinder Musical Box
ca. late 19th century (made)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

Cylinder musical box with a hinged flap at one end, in a case of rosewood, with strapwork marquetry on lid. Key winding mechanism, plays 6 airs including 'Norma' and Bellini.

Object details

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Object type
Parts
This object consists of 2 parts.

  • Cylinder Musical Box
  • Winding Key
TitleGamme no. 660 (generic title)
Materials and techniques
Brief description
Cylinder musical box by Nicole Freres, in a case of rosewood, with strapwork marquetry on lid. Swiss, Geneva, ca. late 19th century.
Physical description
Cylinder musical box with a hinged flap at one end, in a case of rosewood, with strapwork marquetry on lid. Key winding mechanism, plays 6 airs including 'Norma' and Bellini.
Dimensions
  • Cylinder length: 10.875in
Credit line
Purchase made possible through the gift of an anonymous benefactor.
Collection
Accession number
W.105:1-1975

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Record createdJune 24, 2009
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