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Revolver music box in a case of rosewood with tulipwood crossbanding and stringing of sycamore. U.S. Patent No. 105972 August 2nd 1870. Four cylinders are mounted on a revolving frame, each thirteen inches long and playing six airs listed on the original programme card.

  • Date:
    1870 (made)
  • Maker:
    Paillard [Corporation]
  • Collection:
    Victoria and Albert Museum
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  • Place of production:
    Switzerland
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  • Materials:Music box in rosewood, tulipwood and sycamore
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  • Repository:Victoria and Albert Museum
  • Measurements:Length: 30.25 in, Width: 15.5 in, Height: 12.5 in