Lot number 2732 - Auction 160
GROSSE WALZENSPIELDOSE 'WOHL LOUIS PRESEZZI & CO'

LARGE ROLLER MUSIC BOX 'PROBABLY LOUIS PRESEZZI & CO' Switzerland, Geneva, around 1880-1885. Rectangular walnut case featuring floral inlay on the lid, internal glass dust cover, and spring-driven cylinder mechanism. H. approx. 23 cm, W. 73 cm, D. 28 cm. Serial number 14547, matching the mechanism number on the governor bracket. Cylinder music box with controls for Start/Stop and Repeat/Change. Original tune sheet listing 12 airs-including works by Johann Strauss and Franz von Suppé-along with the manufacturer's details ("Louis Presezzi, Mécanicien" and "Musique à Claviers, Winnefelden") and a handwritten repertoire list; also features medals from the Philadelphia (1876) and Paris (1878) World's Fairs. Surface shows signs of wear and scuffing; veneer damage present; mechanism starts when engaged. Provenance: Private collection in the Rhineland.