Unmarked, late 19th century, four interchangeable brass cylinders; ratchet-wound movement with Change/Repeat and Play/Stop levers; exterior surfaces of burled veneers with ebonized trim, the book-matched lid featuring a central medallion consisting of intricate marquetry with mother-of-pearl highlights, the underside of the lid with bright maple veneer, the case with two brass acanthus-form handles; the stand with turned legs and a drawer for storing the cylinders.

Box 10 x 35.25 x 15.25 in.; Stand 30 x 47.25 x 25 in.

Estate of the Late Dr. Robert Hogan Gaskins Jr., of Greenville and Jacksonville, NC

Presently in working order, however two teeth on the comb are lacking tips; normal wear consisting of some dings and scuffs to the exterior; chips to the legs and roughness along underside edges. Overall visually pleasing.

$1,000 - 3,000