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Decorative Arts & Design

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June 12, 2025 at 2:00 pm ET

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LOT 388

Lot 388

Figured Walnut 'Symphonion' No 25 Disc Music Box, Polyphon Musikwerke, Leipzig, Germany, c.1890

Figured Walnut 'Symphonion' No 25 Disc Music Box, Polyphon Musikwerke, Leipzig, Germany, c.1890
Lot 388 Details
Figured Walnut 'Symphonion' No 25 Disc Music Box, Polyphon Musikwerke, Leipzig, Germany, c.1890

accompanied by ten 12-inch discs
9.3 x 19.54 x 15 in — 23.5 x 49.6 x 38.1 cm

Estimate $500-$700

Realised: $475
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Figured Walnut 'Symphonion' No 25 Disc Music Box, Polyphon Musikwerke, Leipzig, Germany, c.1890
  • Figured Walnut 'Symphonion' No 25 Disc Music Box, Polyphon Musikwerke, Leipzig, Germany, c.1890
  • Figured Walnut 'Symphonion' No 25 Disc Music Box, Polyphon Musikwerke, Leipzig, Germany, c.1890
  • Figured Walnut 'Symphonion' No 25 Disc Music Box, Polyphon Musikwerke, Leipzig, Germany, c.1890
  • Figured Walnut 'Symphonion' No 25 Disc Music Box, Polyphon Musikwerke, Leipzig, Germany, c.1890
  • Figured Walnut 'Symphonion' No 25 Disc Music Box, Polyphon Musikwerke, Leipzig, Germany, c.1890

CONDITION DETAILS

In good condition cosmetically and mechanically, however not guaranteed as such

LOT 388
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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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