EXTRAORDINARILY LARGE SWISS MUSIC BOX Walnut case with satinwood inlay and painted decoration of a songbird and fruit. Hammers embel...

EXTRAORDINARILY LARGE SWISS MUSIC BOX 19th Century

Walnut case with satinwood inlay and painted decoration of a songbird and fruit. Hammers embellished with enameled bees and butterflies. Plays 12 different tunes. Height 11.5". Width 31". Depth 14".

Condition: Paint decoration to front is worn off. Drum head interior cracked. Overall wear.

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