Polyphon disc music box by Celesta, circa 1890, with 16 discs, 29 cm disc music box
Key facts
- Celesta
- around 1890
- Delivery
- possible
Description
Antique Polyphon by Celesta/Berlin, circa 1890, with 16 discs, diameter 29 cm The case is in good condition for its age, with minor veneer imperfections, scratches, etc.; no woodworm damage. The lid features an original painting. The mechanism is ready to play (very lovely, loud, full-bodied sound); there are traces of oxidation and very slight signs of lead corrosion. (The tuning is still good). Included are 16 discs (3 of which show more pronounced signs of rust) with the following titles: 1: illegible 2: Wiener Blut 3: Bonny Mary of Argyle 4: Maggie Murphy’s Home 5: Mai Walzer 6: The Costers Sister 7: German ???, 8: Queen of the Earth 9: La Brab??? 10: The Gypsy Warning 11: illegible 12: illegible 13: There Is a Green Hill Far Away 14: Now Praise God, All Ye People 15: Sunshine Above 16: Soldiers in the Park Video link: https://youtu.be/J-RPES3Gnzo Dimensions: 38 cm x 34.5 cm x 24 cm