Regina Oak Double Comb Disk Music Box Signed C1890

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This antique Regina double comb disk music box is crafted from oak, featuring a rich, warm finish. The hinged lid … Read more This antique Regina double comb disk music box is crafted from oak, featuring a rich, warm finish. The hinged lid opens to reveal the intricate musical mechanism and an internal decorative print, partially legible, indicating "Copyright 1891 by The Regina Music Box Co.". The exterior of the box is adorned with a rope-twist carving along the top edge, adding to its decorative appeal. A hand crank on the side operates the mechanism, which plays music from interchangeable metal disks. The box sits on a stepped plinth base, enhancing its stately presence. This piece represents a significant example of late 19th-century mechanical musical instruments, showcasing both fine woodworking and complex engineering.

Measures - 11.5"H x 23"W x 21"D See less