Lot 100 , A 19th century French mahogany barrel organ, 28in.

A 19th century French mahogany barrel organ, the front with ormolu mounted side pilasters, the hinged top with printed tune sheet, 28in.
Estimate £200-300

There are three banks of pewter pipes, some have caps some don't, the first bank includes 42 pipes graduating in size, the second bank includes 20 pipes graduating in sized, the third bank includes 20 pipes again graduating in size.
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There is one single wooden barrel with brass pins, looks to be reasonably complete but there may be some pins missing in places, barrel is marked No.1 and there is a paper label in French which is not readable. Appears to make a noise when wound but cannot guarantee the movement as working so assume a service will be required.
Mahogany case is generally in reasonable condition, there are scuffs scratches and marks all over, a few ring marks to the top, overall generally average.



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