Music Box

19th century

Not on view

Gold musical fob seal, the oval base set with an aventurine and a gold shield, and the top formed of two scallop shells.

Artwork Details

Object Information

Overview

Provenance

Title: Music Box
Date: 19th century
Culture: European
Medium: Various materials
Dimensions: H. 5.4 cm (2 1/8 in.)
Classification: Idiophone
Credit Line: Gift of Murtogh D. Guinness, 1976
Object Number: 1976.285.16
Curatorial Department: Musical Instruments

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