- A metronome by Maelzel, 23.5cm
A metronome by Maelzel, 23.5cm high
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1930S MIESSNER RHYTH-O-PHONE METRONOME MUSIC BOXDESCRIPTION: An antique Miessner Rhyth-O-Phone metronome music player, designed to teach rythm. Features an ebonized wood foundation with internal revolving music playing mechanism. Includes original instruction book.
The Rhyth-O-Phone requires the user to punch holes in circular paper discs, the placement and number of holes corresponding to the rhythm desired. The paper disc is placed on the instrument, and a small sickle-like arm is pulled around it by a spring tension mechanism.
Whenever the arm reaches one of the holes punched in the paper, a circuit is connected and an electric doorbell makes a sound.
CIRCA: 1930s
ORIGIN: USA
DIMENSIONS: H: 4.25" x W: 8.25" x L: 8.5"
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CONDITION: Great condition. See lot description for details on item condition. More detailed condition requests can be obtained via email (info@akibaantiques.com) or SMS(305)-332-9274. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Akiba Antiques shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
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Condition:
Dial with cracking and restoration. Lacking minute hand. Very nicely made. Case solid malachite, not veneered. With some cracking to marble and losses around base. General marks, scratches, rubbing and wear commensurate with age. With pendulum and two keys. Works appear intact. Working condition unknown and not guaranteed.
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Condition:
Repairs, gold paint, rubbing of enameling on clock face, crack to porcelain, rubbing and damages, weight probably replaced. Winding key and pendulum present. Simpson Galleries strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS."
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Condition:
Some mild patina, dust, the pendulum and corners of crystal on door has minor chips and cracks, the dial with minor cracking of enamel, but overall in good to very good condition, wear commensurate with age. Simpson Galleries does not guarantee any timepiece or clockwork mechanism. Simpson Galleries strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS." NO REFUNDS will be issued based on condition.
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