JEWELLERY, DECORATIVE & FINE ARTS AUCTION Tuesday, 5 December 2023 - 10:00 AM start
A large and impressive 19thC German upright 'Symphonion' musical disc player,
Realised: $7,500 plus premium
Lot Details
the two-section decorative mahogany cabinet. The top section with full turned columns flanking the glazed door, enclosing the side wind mechanical player with ten bells, double comb (damage to one tooth) and 54cm (21 inch) disc. Coin operated. The base cabinet with half turned mouldings mounted to the decorative columns flanking the fall front door enclosing nine further discs in fitted slots. H.1910mm. Apparently working. Provenance: From the collection of a prominent New Zealand musical identity.
