Swiss Single Comb Cylinder Bell-and-Drum Music Box
late 19th century, playing ten airs, the five bells with butterfly strikers, the case inlaid with musical trophies, scrollwork and sprays of laurel leaves on the top and front, framed with inlay and burr walnut crossbanding and ebonized trim on the cover, presented on a custom mahogany stand with ebonized trim.
h. 39", w. 32-1/4", d. 16-3/4"

In very good, clean condition. The comb has no broken teeth. The machine plays, and the bells and drum function. The custom stand is of a later date. New Orleans Auction Galleries is pleased to issue and opinion of any lot; the absence of a condition report does not indicate that a lot is perfect condition or free from damage and/or wear. Please understand that New Orleans Auction Galleries employs no professional conservators. All statements in any condition report, or statements taken verbally, are purely our best opinions, and not blanket statements of fact issued by this auction house. Prospective buyers should examine each lot so as to satisfy themselves concerning condition, genuineness, importance, age, etc. Regardless of any statements made in writing or verbally, all lots are sold strictly "As Is" in accordance with section 2 of our Conditions of Sale. No returns will be accepted on the basis of condition.