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Bring a rich touch of American musical history and primitive charm into your space with this authentic early 20th-century Schoenhut …
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Bring a rich touch of American musical history and primitive charm into your space with this authentic early 20th-century Schoenhut upright toy piano. Manufactured in Philadelphia and carrying the official September 18, 1900 patent date, this 12-key metallophone instrument represents the golden era of American toy making.
The front case features the iconic and vibrant "Dancing Muses" Greco-Roman lithograph, making it a stunning accent piece for shelf styling, a vintage nursery, music room, or curiosity cabinet display.
Condition & Restoration Notes:
Mechanism: 11 of the 12 keys are functional and chime with classic vintage Schoenhut resonance. The 4th key from the right is currently stuck/non-functional.
Finish & Patina: The cream-colored wooden casing displays a genuine, heavy antique patina with natural surface "alligatoring" and paint loss throughout. A gentle cleaning attempt was paused to preserve the original 120-year-old finish and historical integrity.
Structure: The rear wooden panel is loose/damaged, consistent with delicate wooden toys of this age.
Overall: Offered strictly AS-IS for decorative display, historical collection, or restoration.
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- Dimensions
- 12ʺW × 8ʺD × 9ʺH
- Period
- 1900 - 1909
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Lithograph
- Metal
- Wood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Cream
- Condition Notes
- 11 of 12 keys are fully functional and chime. The 4th key from the right is stuck/non-working. The cream-colored wooden … more11 of 12 keys are fully functional and chime. The 4th key from the right is stuck/non-working. The cream-colored wooden casing shows heavy, authentic antique patina with surface alligatoring and paint loss throughout. The rear wooden panel is loose/damaged. A gentle cleaning attempt on the top was paused to preserve the original finish and historical integrity. Offered strictly AS-IS for display, parts, or restoration. less
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