222: A SEVEN BELL CYLINDER MUSIC BOX SIGNED F. C. LECOULTRE

The fine burr walnut case with inlaid banding and ebonized details houses a Swiss cylinder mechanism with 13 1/8 inch cylinder accompanied by seven bells, one of which is carved by hand F.C LECOULTRE GENEVE. An inlaid brass plaque in the lid is dedicated to Charlie C. Taft From His Father July 22, 1869. An emailed link to video of this box playing is available upon request.
Case measures 9.25 x 23 x 11.5 inches. The cylinder is 13 inches.
Very good intact running condition. The case is good with some cradling to the lid, otherwise very good original condition free from damage, repair or heavy wear.
Provenance: The estate of Bob and Emma Stewart, Warrensburg, Missouri.
$1,500 - $2,000