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Antique Xylophone, English, Bronze, Bamboo, Musical Instrument, Victorian, 1900
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Antique Xylophone, English, Bronze, Bamboo, Musical Instrument, Victorian, 1900

19th century
Description

This is an antique Harmonicon xylophone. An English, bronze and bamboo framed musical instrument by W.F. Needham of Birmingham, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.

Striking Chinoiserie taste to the frame, with superb musicality

Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order

Bamboo frame shows fine grain interest and rich caramel hues

Quality bronze note bars present deep golden tones

Distinctive show frame boasts strong Chinese taste with geometric forms and brass mounts

Six bar scale set at an angle, suspended upon antique leather straps

Each note resonates beautifully into a large brass bell adorned with pattern detail

Delightfully matched notes create a musical sound with appealing sustain

Musical note characters engraved to the centre of each bar

Demi-lune brackets atop each bell engraved with maker's marks and individually numbered

WF Needham listed as sole licensee of Plant & Perry's Patent No. 5320

Replete with a round cork striker, the painted handle showing charming signs of original wear

This is a fascinating antique Harmonicon Xylophone, graced with exceptional Chinese taste to the show frame and outfitted with superb bronze note bars over bold decorative bells. A treat for any home or institution. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 62.5cm (24.5'')

Max Depth: 37cm (14.5'')

Max Height: 83cm (32.75'')

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our antiques.

We ship worldwide with professional packing and attractive rates – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote.

Free delivery to most of the U.K. – Please send us your post code for confirmation.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
83cm (32.68")
Width
62.5cm (24.61")
Depth
37cm (14.57")
Declaration

London Fine Antiques has dated this piece to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA982424
Dealers Internal Reference
18.9219
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Description
This is an antique Harmonicon xylophone. An English, bronze and bamboo framed musical instrument by W.F. Needham of Birmingham, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.

Striking Chinoiserie taste to the frame, with superb musicality

fig 1. Antique Xylophone, English, Bronze, Bamboo, Musical Instrument, Victorian, 1900
fig 1. Antique Xylophone, English, Bronze, Bamboo, Musical Instrument, Victorian, 1900

Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order

Bamboo frame shows fine grain interest and rich caramel hues

Quality bronze note bars present deep golden tones

Distinctive show frame boasts strong Chinese taste with geometric forms and brass mounts

fig 2. Antique Xylophone, English, Bronze, Bamboo, Musical Instrument, Victorian, 1900
fig 2. Antique Xylophone, English, Bronze, Bamboo, Musical Instrument, Victorian, 1900

Six bar scale set at an angle, suspended upon antique leather straps

Each note resonates beautifully into a large brass bell adorned with pattern detail

Delightfully matched notes create a musical sound with appealing sustain

fig 3. Antique Xylophone, English, Bronze, Bamboo, Musical Instrument, Victorian, 1900
fig 3. Antique Xylophone, English, Bronze, Bamboo, Musical Instrument, Victorian, 1900

Musical note characters engraved to the centre of each bar

Demi-lune brackets atop each bell engraved with maker's marks and individually numbered

WF Needham listed as sole licensee of Plant & Perry's Patent No. 5320

fig 4. Antique Xylophone, English, Bronze, Bamboo, Musical Instrument, Victorian, 1900
fig 4. Antique Xylophone, English, Bronze, Bamboo, Musical Instrument, Victorian, 1900

Replete with a round cork striker, the painted handle showing charming signs of original wear

This is a fascinating antique Harmonicon Xylophone, graced with exceptional Chinese taste to the show frame and outfitted with superb bronze note bars over bold decorative bells.
London Fine Antiques

A treat for any home or institution. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home.

fig 5. Antique Xylophone, English, Bronze, Bamboo, Musical Instrument, Victorian, 1900
fig 5. Antique Xylophone, English, Bronze, Bamboo, Musical Instrument, Victorian, 1900

Dimensions:

Max Width: 62.5cm (24.5'')

Max Depth: 37cm (14.5'')

Max Height: 83cm (32.75'')

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our antiques.

We ship worldwide with professional packing and attractive rates – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote.

fig 6. Antique Xylophone, English, Bronze, Bamboo, Musical Instrument, Victorian, 1900
fig 6. Antique Xylophone, English, Bronze, Bamboo, Musical Instrument, Victorian, 1900

Free delivery to most of the U.K. – Please send us your post code for confirmation.

Deliveries taking on average ten working days to arrive at your door from receipt of payment.

Please contact us if you require any further information - we are here to help.

Height
83cm (32.68")
Width
62.5cm (24.61")
Depth
37cm (14.57")
Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this piece to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA982424
Dealers Internal Ref
18.9219
London Fine Antiques
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Antique Xylophone, English, Bronze, Bamboo, Musical Instrument, Victorian, 1900
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