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Victorian 1895 Coin-op Barrel Piano, 10 Tunes
An authentic coin-operated barrel piano plays 10 French tunes, and is a larger version of the Victorian street piano or roller piano. The carved case has an oil painting, there is a wind-up mechanism and another crank to adjust the barrel to play 10 different French tunes shown on an indicator dial and hand-written list.
This remarkable antique was probably made around Nice, which was Italian at the time, see the speed adjustment "Celere - Adagio." There are bells and a wood block. The case has..... view more markdowns
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Arts & Crafts Music Shelf, Folio or Towel Stand
A wonderful antique from the Arts and Crafts period, this open sheet music shelf or portfolio stand has original embossed brass mounts and beveled mirror. Quarter-sawn oak and beech, the deep rich finish is excellent. There is a removable glass top.
Slight "smoke" proves the age of the mirror on this strong and sturdy furniture from about 1900. Folios, etc up to 17" wide and 23" tall fit in the slots. This would work very well in a bathroom, with rolled towels etc.
Overall size is..... (added February 6th, 2010)
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Victorian Walnut Antique Arched Mirror
A lovely Victorian mirror has a gracefully arched top and frame of deeply carved solid walnut. The finish is excellent, there are shrinkage separations and a chip where the pieces are joined at the left side, see photos.
Size of this well-proportioned American antique is 23" wide, 32" tall and 2 1/2" deep. (added February 6th, 2010)
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Library Table Writing Desk Carved Lions
Exuberant carved lions support this 1920's library table or writing desk that has newly arrived from a Renaissance villa in Tuscany.
This center or writing table has bold artistry, hand-carved in walnut and cherry. The deep lustrous finish is excellent with warm patina. Lion paws form the feet of this spectacular furniture, which has charming irregularity and the variations that prove craftsmanship truly done by hand.
Dimensions are 5' 7" long, 40" wide, 30" tall and legroom is 23" underneath. Matching pieces are sold separately. (added February 5th, 2010)
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Sideboard or Backbar, Carved Gallery & Lions
Exuberant carved lions support this 1920's sideboard or backbar that has newly arrived from a Renaissance villa in Tuscany.
This cabinet has bold artistry, and is hand-carved in walnut and cherry. The deep lustrous finish is excellent with warm patina. Lion paws form the feet of this spectacular furniture, which has cherub heads and charming irregularity and "character" - the warps and variations prove craftsmanship is truly done by hand.
Pierced grillwork and carved crown are remarkable. The upper gallery section is removable..... (added February 5th, 2010)
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