Large Wilhelminian style polyphon with walnut console, veneered. High rectangular, single-door glazed body, flanked by set half-columns. Wide cornice and crowning above with recessed clock. Polyphonic with crank winding mechanism and two multi-tongued clay combs. With 16 perforated plates. Coin slot on the side. Corresponding console below with added top plate. Cover plate. Total height 195 cm. 73 cm x 37.5 cm. A large German music box. Corresponding console, cover plate added. Polyphon-Musikwerke AG. Circa 1900.

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