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ITALIAN SORRENTO MUSICAL BOX WITH REUGE MOVEMENT
Era: Circa 1960s
Style: Italian Marquetry with Swiss Musical Movement
OVERVIEW:
An elegant …
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ITALIAN SORRENTO MUSICAL BOX WITH REUGE MOVEMENT
Era: Circa 1960s
Style: Italian Marquetry with Swiss Musical Movement
OVERVIEW:
An elegant Italian-crafted musical box from Sorrento featuring fine inlaid floral marquetry and premium Swiss Reuge musical movement. This piece exemplifies the renowned craftsmanship of both Italian woodworking and Swiss mechanical excellence. Mechanical function visible on the inside.
SPECIFICATIONS:
• Width: 10.5 inches
• Depth: 6 inches
• Height: 2.75 inches
• Origin: Sorrento, Italy
• Movement: Reuge S.A., Switzerland
• Material: Wood with inlay work
DESIGN ELEMENTS:
• Exterior Design:
- Cream-colored wood case
- Intricate floral inlay on lid
- Brown border detailing
- Brass key lock fixture
- Footed base design
• Inlay Pattern:
- Central floral bouquet motif
- Natural wood tones
- Detailed leaf work
- Sophisticated scroll designs
- Multiple wood varieties for contrast
• Interior Features:
- Pink velvet lining
- Compartmentalized storage
- Quality brass hinges
- Reuge musical movement
- Well-fitted construction
CONDITION:
Excellent Vintage Condition
• Original finish intact
• Clean mechanical operation
• Well-preserved inlay work
• Original velvet lining
• No significant damage or repairs
• Minor knick on the back middle of lid
MARKS:
• "Made in Italy" label on base
• Reuge S.A. movement markings
• Original Sorrento manufacturer marks
HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE:
This piece represents the collaboration between Italian decorative arts and Swiss mechanical expertise during the 1960s. Sorrento was renowned for its intricate inlay work, while Reuge was considered the premier manufacturer of musical movements.
DECORATIVE SUGGESTIONS:
• Vanity table accent
• Collector's display piece
• Functional jewelry storage
• Living room conversation piece
• Heirloom quality gift item
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- Dimensions
- 10.5ʺW × 6ʺD × 2.75ʺH
- Period
- Mid 20th Century
- Country of Origin
- Italy
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Wood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Beige
- Condition Notes
- CONDITION: Excellent Vintage Condition • Original finish intact • Clean mechanical operation • Well-preserved inlay work • Original velvet lining … moreCONDITION: Excellent Vintage Condition • Original finish intact • Clean mechanical operation • Well-preserved inlay work • Original velvet lining • No significant damage or repairs • Minor knick on the back middle of lid less
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