Antique Burr Walnut Mozarts Don Giovanni Manuscript Box, 1800s

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Antique 19th century english burr walnut box, elaborately decorated with delicate filigree brass mounts and fitted with a plaque inscribed … Read more Antique 19th century english burr walnut box, elaborately decorated with delicate filigree brass mounts and fitted with a plaque inscribed “a manuscript for mozart’s ‘don giovanni’.” the interior retains its original green velvet lining, while the box is complete with its original key and lock. The underside of the lid features a glazed aperture, intended to display a production card, cast list, or other related document. A rare and unusual surviving piece with a fascinating connection to one of mozart’s most celebrated operas.

condition

in good condition - wear in keeping with age. Please refer to photographs

size

height: 13 cm // 5.12 inches
width: 38 cm // 14.96 inches
depth: 28 cm // 11.02 inches See less