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3074
$181.50

SD & HW SMITH AMERICAN ORGAN COMPANY ROSEWOOD MELODEON.

Third quarter 19th century, Boston, Massachusetts. The rectangular case with folding cover and reticulated music stand opening to the 43 key keyboard. The frieze with stenciled label of company name and location. Melodeon raised on tapering faceted cylindrical legs of typical form with turned cuffs on pointed feet. SIZE: 32-1/2″ h x 56″ l x 26″ d. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). Please read the Conditions of Sale, section 15, for more information regarding the Endangered Species Act, and your responsibilities as a buyer. CONDITION: The case with original surface. Pedals need adjustment and re-attachment. Bellows dry. The mechanism needs professional restoration and is currently inoperable. 16396-36 (300-500) ESA – Lot 3074


Auction: Fine Art, Asian & Antiques Auction - August 2017
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