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Victorian 6 Airs Musical Box
Devonshire Antiques
for sale €1,112     $1,207
£950

Devonshire Antiques

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Victorian 6 Airs Musical Box

19th century
Description

A Victorian musical box in an inlaid and marquetry case depicting a scene of a mandalin, music sheet , trumpet and foiliage , of medium size , good original condition, playing well. The box also has the original six tune sheet naming all the different tunes , also having automatic change lever and repeat .

These types of musical boxes were used in victorian times for family entertainment. See video .

Dimensions

41cm length

13cm height

19cm depth.

£950

Contact. 07970119030

Physical Dimensions
Height
13cm (5.12")
Width
41cm (16.14")
Depth
19cm (7.48")
Declaration

Devonshire Antiques has dated this Victorian Cylinder Music Box to the Victorian era.

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SA698542
Description
A Victorian musical box in an inlaid and marquetry case depicting a scene of a mandalin, music sheet , trumpet and foiliage , of medium size , good original condition, playing well.
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The box also has the original six tune sheet naming all the different tunes , also having automatic change lever and repeat.
Devonshire Antiques

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These types of musical boxes were used in victorian times for family entertainment. See video .

Dimensions

41cm length

13cm height

19cm depth.

£950

Contact. 07970119030

Height
13cm (5.12")
Width
41cm (16.14")
Depth
19cm (7.48")
Date of Manufacture

Devonshire Antiques has dated this Victorian Cylinder Music Box to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA698542
Devonshire Antiques
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A rectangular dark wood Victorian music box lid featuring inlaid floral and musical instrument marquetry framed by boxwood stringing.
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Archive I A rectangular dark wood Victorian music box lid featuring inlaid floral and musical instrument marquetry framed by boxwood stringing.

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Telephone 07970 119030 or 01822 612475
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Tavistock
Devon
United Kingdom

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A rectangular dark wood Victorian music box lid featuring inlaid floral and musical instrument marquetry framed by boxwood stringing.
Victorian 6 airs musical box
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A rectangular dark wood Victorian music box lid featuring inlaid floral and musical instrument marquetry framed by boxwood stringing.
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FAQs

A Victorian cylinder music box is an automatic mechanical musical instrument introduced in the 19th century, designed to play pre-set melodies using a revolving pinned cylinder that engages with a comb of tuned metal teeth.

Cases were typically crafted from hardwoods such as walnut, rosewood, or mahogany, often featuring marquetry inlays made from boxwood, fruitwoods, or mother-of-pearl, while the interior mechanism comprised brass cylinders and steel combs.

Authentic pieces feature hand-cut comb teeth, hand-pinned cylinders, tune sheets printed on paper affixed inside the lid listing the airs, and natural wear to the wooden casing consistent with age.

Place the box on a sideboard, console table, or study desk as a decorative focal point, pairing it with clean-lined modern ceramics or framed botanical prints to create visual contrast.

Keep the casing out of direct sunlight and away from central heating sources to prevent veneer cracking, dust the wood regularly with a dry microfibre cloth, and avoid overwinding the internal mechanical movement.
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