Mid 20th Century Italian Funiculi-Funicular Musical Jewelry Box

Details

Description

"Lador carillon svizzero Funiculì Funiculà" refers to a vintage music box, made by the company Lador, that plays the famous … Read more "Lador carillon svizzero Funiculì Funiculà" refers to a vintage music box, made by the company Lador, that plays the famous Neapolitan song "Funiculì, Funiculà". Lador was a Swiss company founded in 1889 that manufactured musical movements, which are the internal mechanisms that produce the music in music boxes. "Carillon svizzero" the Italian phrase means "Swiss music box," referring to the mechanical device that contains the musical movement. Some were also manufactured in Italy using Swiss Lador movements. The song "Funiculì, Funiculà" was written in 1880, the music was composed by Luigi Denza with lyrics by Peppino Turco. The song was originally commissioned as an advertisement for the opening of the first funicular cable car on Mount Vesuvius. It became an immediate success, and the sheet music sold over a million copies within a year of its release. It has since become a beloved and classic Italian song. This elegant jewelry box is sure to become an heirloom or an addition to your fine collection. The music featuring Funiculi- Funicula makes it a rare find. This box measures 7”long by 5.5”wide by 2.5”tall. It is in good condition with all working parts. See less