Swiss Victorian Rosewood and Marquetry Table Top Cylinder Music Box with Automata 1875-1895, 'Sublime Harmonie', H 12" W 39" Depth 15"

21.5"  10 airs/songs cylinder with detailed pinning for longer-playing songs. Dual-comb setup with decorative elements below the cylinder. Three Mandarin automata (original paint) strike bells in time with the music and drum.  Inlaid floral marquetry on the lid and front. Glass viewing panel over the mechanism. The interior lid has the tune sheet over fruitwood panel.

10 airs (songs), with composers:Le Barbier de Séville — RossiniBettelstudent Walze — MillöckerRigoletto jeune fille aux regards vainqueurs — VerdiCloches de Corneville, couplet du mousse — PlanquetteLe Carnaval de Venise — PaganiniLa Mascotte Ah! qu'elle est belle — AudranEl Jaleo di Xeres — (likely a Spanish-inspired piece)Bouquet de la fiancée, Polka MazurkaSilberglöckchen, Les Vagues et les flots, Valse — Strauss 

Provenance:

Purchased in 1930 by James and Lucy Campbell, Chicago, IL

By descent to their daughter, Maureen Kay, Detroit, MI

By family descent to consignor. 

Dimensions:
H 12" W 39" Depth 15"

Expertly cleaned and top restored c.1980 by Maureen Kay. Mandarin figures retain their original paint. Fasteners attaching handles to the case likely replaced. Good working order. Includes key. | Please note all lots show signs of wear commensurate with age and use, and the lack of a statement regarding condition does not imply the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from defects or the effects of aging. Unless otherwise stated, all information provided is the opinion of DuMouchelles' specialists. Should you have any specific questions regarding the condition of this lot, please use the “Request Condition Report” or “Ask a Question” buttons or email conditions@dumoart.com.