Music Box
1840-1845 (made)
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Early Keywind by Henriot, stamped on left hand side of brass bedplate, also the number 12242. Cylinder playing six airs, the first two being an overture in two parts. Original tune card written on blue card with embossed edges. Brass comb washers, 3 comb screws, 103 teeth. card written on blue card. Plain fruitwood case with flap.
Object details
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| Brief description | Music box, 1840-1845, Swiss, stamped Henriot |
| Physical description | Early Keywind by Henriot, stamped on left hand side of brass bedplate, also the number 12242. Cylinder playing six airs, the first two being an overture in two parts. Original tune card written on blue card with embossed edges. Brass comb washers, 3 comb screws, 103 teeth. card written on blue card. Plain fruitwood case with flap. |
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| Credit line | Purchase made possible through the gift of an anonymous benefactor. |
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| Accession number | W.49-1975 |
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| Record created | June 24, 2009 |
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