Toyo - Musical jewellery box - Japan - 1960-1970
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Vintage Toyo musical jewellery box made of wood and velvet, dating from 1960–1970.
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COMPLETE DESCRIPTION
Magnificent vintage TOYO musical jewelry box - Made in Japan, original from the second half of the 20th century (1960-1975), complete and working.
An iconic piece that adorned the rooms of an entire generation, with its kitsch yet refined charm at the same time.
Technical features:
• Manufacturer: TOYO, Japan - original key marked TOYO
• Era: 1960-1970
• Material: Black lacquered wood with red-orange screen-printed decoration depicting a Japanese landscape with a pagoda, pines and Mount Fuji. Wooden feet.
• Dimensions: 16 cm (L) x 10 cm (D) x 12 cm (H) approx
• Interior: Original red velvet lining with 2 side compartments and a central compartment for the ballerina. Lid with 3 semicircular mirrors for an infinite effect.
• Mechanism: Manually wound music box with key. When the lid is opened, the music starts and the ballerina in a white tutu dances, rotating on herself.
• Music: Romantic melody typical of the period (Love Story / Fascination - to be verified by listening)
Conditions:
Good vintage condition, consistent with age. Lacquer shows normal signs of wear, small blemishes on the edges and on the feet visible in the photos. Original inner velvet. Original brass-toned metal closure. Music mechanism and ballerina rotation are functioning.
A perfect object for music box collectors, fans of Japanese vintage, or as a retro gift with timeless charm.
Provenance: private collection, San Martino Italy.
COMPLETE DESCRIPTION
Magnificent vintage TOYO musical jewelry box - Made in Japan, original from the second half of the 20th century (1960-1975), complete and working.
An iconic piece that adorned the rooms of an entire generation, with its kitsch yet refined charm at the same time.
Technical features:
• Manufacturer: TOYO, Japan - original key marked TOYO
• Era: 1960-1970
• Material: Black lacquered wood with red-orange screen-printed decoration depicting a Japanese landscape with a pagoda, pines and Mount Fuji. Wooden feet.
• Dimensions: 16 cm (L) x 10 cm (D) x 12 cm (H) approx
• Interior: Original red velvet lining with 2 side compartments and a central compartment for the ballerina. Lid with 3 semicircular mirrors for an infinite effect.
• Mechanism: Manually wound music box with key. When the lid is opened, the music starts and the ballerina in a white tutu dances, rotating on herself.
• Music: Romantic melody typical of the period (Love Story / Fascination - to be verified by listening)
Conditions:
Good vintage condition, consistent with age. Lacquer shows normal signs of wear, small blemishes on the edges and on the feet visible in the photos. Original inner velvet. Original brass-toned metal closure. Music mechanism and ballerina rotation are functioning.
A perfect object for music box collectors, fans of Japanese vintage, or as a retro gift with timeless charm.
Provenance: private collection, San Martino Italy.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Wood type
Spruce
Number of objects
1
Country of manufacturer
Japan
Material
Velvet, Wood
Brand
Toyo
Year of manufacture
1965
Condition
Good
Includes
Stand
Height
16 cm
Width
10 cm
Depth
12 cm
Weight
1 kg
Functional condition
Tested and working/playable
Estimated period
1960-1970
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