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If you’re an uncompromising collector of antique technology, make sure to check out all my listings after you look at this one. I don’t think you’ll find a better, broader or more balanced assortment of technical antiques anywhere — hundreds of listings each year, almost all of them featuring eye-popping “gee whiz” gadgetry in exceptional original condition. Here’s a large, exquisite disc music box manufactured by Symphonion in the early 1890’s. The music box plays 13 5/8 Symphonion discs, ten of which are included with it. The instrument’s musical movement is housed in an early and ornate Symphonion cabinet whose burl walnut top and sides will most assuredly make it the focal point of any room in which is placed. Condition is excellent, and the music box still plays beautifully (see the video I’ve posted with the pictures). Cabinet finish is original, turned wood corners are undamaged, and the burl wood patterns are almost mesmerizing in their intensity. Unlike later disc music boxes, whose spring motors are wound with a crank, this early instrument’s motor is wound with a lever located on the lower face of the cabinet. Brass fittings are original and undamaged. The label on the underside of the lid is original and nearly perfect. The unique Symphonion “sublime harmonie” double-comb mechanism is likewise in excellent condition, with no rust. No corrosion, no missing or broken teeth. The governor is working properly, as you can hear when you watch the video. Overall, a wonderfully maintained 130+ year old music box, and I’m confident the new owner will be pleased. With the lid lowered, the cabinet measures 22″ x 19″ x 11. Sure, you can probably get a lower price from Joe and Janet Barn-Find, but when your “bargain” arrives broken, and without any hint of how it works or how you might be able to put it back together, you’ll realize that you really do get exactly what you pay for.

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This Antique Swiss Long Cylinder 8 Airs Music Box called “Sublime Harmonie” is a rare and unique piece for any collector of decorative items. It was manufactured before 1900 and has stood the test of time, still perfectly functional. With its 8 airs, this music box will bring a delightful melody to any room it is displayed in. Its intricate design and craftsmanship make it a wonderful addition to any collection of music boxes. Good condition, runs well. Missing two teeth on the comb. Measures 23″ x 10.5″ x 6.5. Refer to pictures and feel free to ask questions you may have before purchasing. Send a message prior to paying your invoice.

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Swiss 19C Sublime Harmonie 1800’s Music Box. This is a very nice Swiss 19C Sublime Harmonie 1800’s Music Box. The music box is in great shape and plays great!! The box measure 20 by 8 by 6 is solid wood!

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Here is a recent estate find. This is Rare Antique Working’SUBLIME HARMONIE’ 19th Century Large Swiss Cylinder’8 Song’ Wind-Up Mechanical Table Top Music Box, Made in Switzerland by D. It Has a Large Footed Walnut Wood Case with Black Ebony Border with Burl Style Pattern, and Inlaid Border Trim. The Original Song List Sheet Card is on the Inside of the Top Cover, As Pictured. The Swiss Mechanical Cylinder Movement Has Two Combs with Silver Metal Cylinder, in Good Condition, with No Breaks or Repairs, Al the Teeth are Good!!! I Wound the Player Up and It Plays and Sounds Great! This Sounds Nice, See Video! It is Large and Measures Approx. 25 3/4″ Wide x 7 1/2″ Tall x 10 3/4 Deep, and is Heavy! The Box is In Good Original Condition with Some Wear From Age As Pictured. Sorry No Key to Lock. Don’t Pass this One Up, This will make a stunning addition to any collection. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Decorative Collectibles\Music Boxes”. The seller is “rmagiccds” and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped to United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Denmark, Romania, Slovakia, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Finland, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Estonia, Australia, Greece, Portugal, Cyprus, Slovenia, Japan, China, Sweden, South Korea, Indonesia, Taiwan, South Africa, Belgium, France, Hong Kong, Ireland, Netherlands, Poland, Spain, Italy, Germany, Austria, Bahamas, Israel, Mexico, New Zealand, Singapore, Switzerland, Norway, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Republic of Croatia, Malaysia, Chile, Colombia, Panama, Jamaica, Barbados, Bangladesh, Bermuda, Brunei Darussalam, Bolivia, Egypt, French Guiana, Guernsey, Gibraltar, Guadeloupe, Iceland, Jersey, Jordan, Cambodia, Cayman Islands, Liechtenstein, Sri Lanka, Luxembourg, Monaco, Macau, Martinique, Maldives, Nicaragua, Oman, Pakistan, Paraguay, Reunion.

• Brand: D. Allard & Co. Geneve
• Working: Yes! Needs Adjustments
• Serial #: 6445
• Size: 25 3/4\
• Model: Sublime Harmonie
• Style: Swiss Victorian
• Featured Refinements: Cylinder Music Box
• Songs: 8 Songs
• Time Period Manufactured: Pre-1900
• Country/Region of Manufacture: Switzerland
• Modified Item: No
• Age: 1880

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Reuge Music Box Dauphin. 13.75″ x 6″ x 2.75. Please note all 5 sides of crystal are in perfect condition. No scratches, chips or marks of any kind. Sublime Harmony by Reuge, W. Feel free to contact me if you have any questions. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Decorative Collectibles\Music Boxes”. The seller is “gunther0379″ and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped worldwide.

• Handmade: Yes
• Country/Region of Manufacture: Switzerland
• Brand: Reuge
• Time Period Manufactured: 1970-Now

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The very finest antique music boxes are here – look no further. From the Cadenza collection of exceptional music boxes, this is. See the Video below. Now is your chance to own this antique music box by Baker Troll, one of the finest makers of Swiss music boxes at the end of the nineteenth century, around 1890. External dimensions 25 x 12 x 12 inches 64 x 30.5 X 30.5 cms. Some regard music boxes by this maker to be of the same quality to those by other makers such as Nicole Freres, Lecoultre and Paillard. The musical movement starts and plays the six popular airs in a sparkling manner in a’Sublime Harmonie’ arrangement. The comb tuning has an augmented bass which gives an unusually pleasing and rich sound. Tunes are expressive and harp like in a very pleasing and mellow way. Both pinned cylinder and musical steel comb are in perfect order with no repairs past or present. The comb is perfectly in tune as can be seen below. Complete with original playlist, the programme has classical and popular tunes including the’Euryanthe’ Overture by Weber. The polished and nickel plated movement is housed in a very solid case with a moulded and ebonized base, superbly veneered on all sides to the front and cushion form lid with ebony banding. Gilt brass handles to the sides. The thuya veneered exterior is in a delicious and beautiful patina, with maroon interior. The whole has been traditionally polished to perfection with a mirror finish. All restored to the highest standards as one can see and hear in the video. Ideal as a decorative object for a collector, or as a conversation piece. Antique Music Box Baker Troll’Octavo’ 6 air’Sublime Harmonie’ FOR SALE – YouTube. Antique Music Box: A Unique Gift. Give your loved ones something special, an antique musical box from the pre-1900s. Hearken back to the original days of these boxes’ European production, and invest in an antique Swiss music box like this one. These are available in quirky shapes like beer mugs, jewelry boxes, birdcages, and more. Display them anywhere around the house as a retro Christmas decoration or bring them to use during Christmas parties. An antique music box can be a thoughtful gift idea for the music-loving member of your family. Their charming sounds and beautiful decorations make music to your ears, and your heart and soul too. Regardless of size, antique music boxes feature the same layout, large ones such as these are very sophisticated digital musical machines. I use a shipper who gives an efficient and excellent service, they will professionally pack and arrange for dispatch via themselves or a recognized courier. POTENTIAL BUYERS OVERSEAS SHOULD BE AWARE THAT IMPORT DUTY ON THIS ITEM MAY HAVE TO BE PAID. I WILL NOT SEND OVERSEAS. BY REGULAR POSTAL SERVICE. The item “RARE MUSIC BOX’SUBLIME HARMONIE’ by BAKER TROLL PLAYS 6 AIRS’OCTAVO” is in sale since Sunday, August 15, 2021. This item is in the category “Collectables\Decorative Collectables\Music Boxes”. The seller is “*cadenza*” and is located in Greater London. This item can be shipped worldwide.

• Modified Item: No
• Country/Region of Manufacture: Switzerland
• Style: Victorian
• Material: Brass
• Theme: music box

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SYMPHONION MUSIC BOX SUBLIME HARMONIE COMBS. NO MISSING, BROKEN OR BENT TEETH. ALL DAMPERS ARE PRESENT AND FUNCTIONAL. The item “SYMPHONION MUSIC BOX SUBLIME HARMONIE COMBS” is in sale since Saturday, March 6, 2021. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Decorative Collectibles\Music Boxes\Pre-1900″. The seller is “archdetails” and is located in Essex, Connecticut. This item can be shipped to United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Denmark, Romania, Slovakia, Bulgaria, Czech republic, Finland, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Estonia, Australia, Greece, Portugal, Cyprus, Slovenia, Japan, China, Sweden, South Korea, Indonesia, Taiwan, South africa, Thailand, Belgium, France, Hong Kong, Ireland, Netherlands, Poland, Spain, Italy, Germany, Austria, Bahamas, Israel, Mexico, New Zealand, Singapore, Switzerland, Norway, Saudi arabia, Ukraine, United arab emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Croatia, Malaysia, Chile, Colombia, Costa rica, Panama, Trinidad and tobago, Guatemala, Honduras, Jamaica, Barbados, Bangladesh, Bermuda, Brunei darussalam, Bolivia, Egypt, French guiana, Guernsey, Gibraltar, Guadeloupe, Iceland, Jersey, Jordan, Cambodia, Cayman islands, Liechtenstein, Sri lanka, Luxembourg, Monaco, Macao, Martinique, Maldives, Nicaragua, Oman, Pakistan, Paraguay, Reunion, Uruguay.

• Time Period Manufactured: Pre-1900

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19th century ANTIQUE CYLINDER MUSIC BOX, “SUBLIME HARMONIE”. This music box still works and sounds beautiful. There are a few broken off prongs on the combs (i believe these can be replaced) but that is to be expected given they are the original combs, The music still sounds pretty despite the missing prongs (please refer to close up pictures for detals). It is in relatively good condition for a 150 year old machine, please refer to pictures. The item “ANTIQUE CYLINDER MUSIC BOX, SUBLIME HARMONIE #6612 1874/75″ is in sale since Sunday, June 14, 2020. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Decorative Collectibles\Music Boxes\Pre-1900″. The seller is “rcoiman” and is located in Texarkana, Arkansas. This item can be shipped to United States.

• Featured Refinements: Cylinder Music Box

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19th century ANTIQUE CYLINDER MUSIC BOX, “SUBLIME HARMONIE”. This music box still works and sounds beautiful. A couple of the little teeth are broken off, but the missing notes are not noticeable when playing. It is in relatively good condition for a 150 year old machine, please refer to pictures. The item “ANTIQUE CYLINDER MUSIC BOX, SUBLIME HARMONIE 1874/75″ is in sale since Friday, March 6, 2020. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Decorative Collectibles\Music Boxes\Pre-1900″. The seller is “rcoiman” and is located in Texarkana, Arkansas. This item can be shipped to United States.

• Featured Refinements: Cylinder Music Box

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