Jewellery box - 19cm - Spelter - Ave Maria Bach
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Description from the seller
Rare and high-quality vintage musical trinket box depicting the Cologne Cathedral (Kölner Dom), one of Europe’s most important Gothic monuments. This detailed metal replica represents the cathedral whose construction began in 1248 and was completed in 1880.
Produced in West Germany in the mid-20th century, this is the large 19 cm version, cast in heavy metal and finished with its original aged patina.
Technical Specifications
• Country: West Germany
• Period: Mid-20th century
• Height: 19 cm
• Material: Heavy cast metal
• Musical Movement: Sankyo (Japan)
• Plays “Ave Maria” (Bach)
• Fully functional, clear sound
• Key: Original decorative clover-shaped locking key included
• Interior: Original red velvet lining, very well preserved
Condition
Very good vintage condition. The patina is original and shows natural variations typical of vintage metal. The interior velvet is well preserved and firmly attached, original adhesive is present. No visible cracks, missing elements, or structural damage observed.
Rare and high-quality vintage musical trinket box depicting the Cologne Cathedral (Kölner Dom), one of Europe’s most important Gothic monuments. This detailed metal replica represents the cathedral whose construction began in 1248 and was completed in 1880.
Produced in West Germany in the mid-20th century, this is the large 19 cm version, cast in heavy metal and finished with its original aged patina.
Technical Specifications
• Country: West Germany
• Period: Mid-20th century
• Height: 19 cm
• Material: Heavy cast metal
• Musical Movement: Sankyo (Japan)
• Plays “Ave Maria” (Bach)
• Fully functional, clear sound
• Key: Original decorative clover-shaped locking key included
• Interior: Original red velvet lining, very well preserved
Condition
Very good vintage condition. The patina is original and shows natural variations typical of vintage metal. The interior velvet is well preserved and firmly attached, original adhesive is present. No visible cracks, missing elements, or structural damage observed.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Weight
1300 g
Title additional information
Ave Maria Bach
Country of Origin
Germany
Material
Spelter
Model
19cm
Colour
Silver
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
19 cm
Width
15 cm
Depth
9 cm
Estimated period
1950-1960
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