Victorian Tabletop Symphonium Box 19th Century

Name: Symphonium Table Top Large & Heavy. Victorian
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1168235
Price: 1250 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectMusic Boxes
Period19th century
StyleVictorian
MaterialWalnut, Burr Walnut, Brass
ColourWarm Brown
MotifsBurr veneer, turned columns, stepped moulding, brass escutcheon
SizeH 27 cm (11 in) x W 56 cm (22 in) x D 45 cm (18 in)

This Victorian Symphonium music box originates from around 1880, built from warm brown walnut and burr walnut with brass hardware. The heavy rectangular instrument displays prominent burr veneer panels across the hinged lid and front face, complemented by stepped lid mouldings and delicate turned columns at the front corners. A central brass drop handle functions as an escutcheon on the front edge. Measuring 27 cm high, 56 cm wide, and 45 cm deep, the music box suits placement on a study sideboard, library desk, or side table within a traditional home interior. The internal mechanism features twin combs and operates with a 13 and 5/8 inch disc, suited for display and use in a gentleman's library setting or similar period room scheme.

FAQs

Manufactured primarily in Germany during the late 19th century, a Symphonium is a mechanical musical instrument that produces sound using interchangeable perforated steel discs rather than traditional pinned cylinders.

Cabinets were typically constructed from solid hardwoods like walnut or mahogany, often featuring burr walnut veneers, turned side columns, moulded plinths, and brass keyhole escutcheon hardware.

Authentic examples feature an internal clockwork motor mechanism, steel tooth musical combs, original manufacturer bedplate markings, and period-correct cabinetry construction with natural age-related timber wear.

A tabletop Symphonium serves as a functional decorative object when displayed on a library desk, console table, or sideboard, complementing both classic and eclectic interior schemes.

Keep the cabinet away from direct sunlight and fluctuating humidity to prevent timber veneer cracking, condition the wood with natural beeswax, and ensure the internal clockwork mechanism is periodically oiled by a specialist.

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Symphonium Table Top Large & Heavy. Victorian