Antique Swiss 8-Air Cylinder Music Box with Three Bells c.1890

A late Victorian Swiss cylinder music box, likely c.1880–1900, in a wooden case with a glazed inner dust cover (now cracked). The mechanism is a pinned brass cylinder and steel comb, three exposed bells and crank-wind action; the original decorative "Timbres – 8 airs" tune sheet is fixed to the underside of the lid.Dimensions Width: 42 cm Depth: 27 cm Height: 21 cm ConditionStructurally the wood case is sound but shows marks and scratches consistent with age. The inner glass dust cover is cracked and the beading is disintegrating; this glass and beading will be removed and disposed of prior to shipping. There is no winding key. The movement plays and sounds well but occasionally needs a little help to start and to stop; the pinned cylinder, steel comb and three bells are present and in situ. Expect typical age-related wear to the finish and some small knocks to the case.Delivery InformationPlease note that all of our deliveries are carried out by a one-man delivery service. Assistance may therefore be required at the delivery address when receiving larger or heavier items. Please check with us before purchasing to confirm your postcode qualifies for our £65 delivery rate. Some areas incur a surcharge, and we are unable to deliver to the Scottish Highlands, Northern Ireland, parts of Wales and certain remote locations.