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A 19th century Black Forest musical jewel box, surmounted by...

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£200 - £300

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A 19th century Black Forest musical jewel box, surmounted by 2 hens and a chick, the hinged lid opening to reveal 4 compartments and a musical movement to the base, playing on a 10cm cylinder operated by a pull cord, W27cm

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Generally in very good untouched condition, the right-hand hen has had the tail broken and re-glued, also a chip to the tip of a piece of foliage at the back, mechanism in good working order, teeth all perfect, original brass winding key, but no key for the cabinet

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Auction Date: 5th Mar 2025 at 9:30am

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