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Antique Georgian Pair of Peacock Clasp Bracelet Necklace Pinchbeck Paste
Antique Georgian Pair of Peacock Clasp Bracelet Necklace Pinchbeck Paste

Antique Georgian Pair of Peacock Clasp Bracelet Necklace Pinchbeck Paste

Located in Munich, Bavaria

early years of the 18th century by Christopher Pinchbeck (1670-1832), a watchmaker and inventor of music

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1820s English George III Antique Music Machine

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Pinchbeck

Polyphon Record Machine 1890-1900 Music
Polyphon Record Machine 1890-1900 Music

PolyphonPolyphon Record Machine 1890-1900 Music, 1900

$6,715

H 12.6 in W 21.26 in D 18.9 in

Polyphon Record Machine 1890-1900 Music

Located in Berlin, DE

Polyphon Record Automaton 1890-1900 Music Large luxury model Sounds beautiful in its original

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Late 19th Century Jugendstil Antique Music Machine

Materials

Metal

Polyphon  Musikautomat
Polyphon  Musikautomat

PolyphonPolyphon Musikautomat, 1900

$5,336

H 30 in W 53 in D 48 in

Polyphon Musikautomat

Located in Berlin, DE

also included. A "Polyphon Plattenautomat" refers to a type of mechanical music machine (music box

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Late 19th Century Jugendstil Antique Music Machine

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Metal

Antique Miniature Dresser Styled Jewelry Chest or Music Box with Pink Marble Top
Antique Miniature Dresser Styled Jewelry Chest or Music Box with Pink Marble Top

Antique Miniature Dresser Styled Jewelry Chest or Music Box with Pink Marble Top

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

This well executed antique musical jewelry box has no maker's marks, but presumed to have been made in Continental Europe in circa 1895 in the Edwardian style. The jewelry box is con...

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Late 19th Century English Edwardian Antique Music Machine

Materials

Brass

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1907 Caille Venus Upright Slot Machine with Music
1907 Caille Venus Upright Slot Machine with Music

1907 Caille Venus Upright Slot Machine with Music

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H 65 in W 26 in D 21 in

1907 Caille Venus Upright Slot Machine with Music

By Caille Brothers

Located in Aspen, CO

Venus Upright Slot Machine with Music is sure to be the apple of any true collector's eye

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Early 1900s American Antique Music Machine

Antique Reading Stand / Library Machine
Antique Reading Stand / Library Machine

Antique Reading Stand / Library Machine

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H 39.38 in W 13.78 in D 13.78 in

Antique Reading Stand / Library Machine

Located in Eindhoven, NL

Special reading standard from the company J. Carter from London. The reading stand is adjustable in all directions, including height. Beautiful carrot notes. The foot is made of heav...

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Late 19th Century English Antique Music Machine

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Iron

Antique Victor Victrola School Clockwork Phonograph with Horn, circa 1890
Antique Victor Victrola School Clockwork Phonograph with Horn, circa 1890

Antique Victor Victrola School Clockwork Phonograph with Horn, circa 1890

Located in Big Flats, NY

An antique Victor Victrola School clockwork phonograph music machine includes crank and horn, circa

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19th Century American Victorian Antique Music Machine

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Metal

Antique Belgium Wall Tapestry of Music Room with Piano Original Frame c1900-1920
Antique Belgium Wall Tapestry of Music Room with Piano Original Frame c1900-1920

Antique Belgium Wall Tapestry of Music Room with Piano Original Frame c1900-1920

Located in BENSENVILLE, IL

Antique Belgium Wall Tapestry of a Music Room complete with the Piano and a Bass. Very unusual

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1910s Belgian Country Antique Music Machine

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Fabric, Wool, Wood

Antique German Toy Automaton Music Box with Girls Dancing Around the Maypole
Antique German Toy Automaton Music Box with Girls Dancing Around the Maypole

Antique German Toy Automaton Music Box with Girls Dancing Around the Maypole

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

This antique mechanical toy music box shows no maker's signature, but is presumed to have been made

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Early 20th Century German Bohemian Antique Music Machine

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Metal

"The Owl Gameboard NO. 1" Patented by Edward Mikkelson ca 1901
"The Owl Gameboard NO. 1" Patented by Edward Mikkelson ca 1901

"The Owl Gameboard NO. 1" Patented by Edward Mikkelson ca 1901

Located in York County, PA

John Gabel, the two conspired to make some of the earliest music and slot machines. Gabel had been in

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Early 1900s American Antique Music Machine

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Wood

Coin Operated Mechanical Arcade Music Box
Coin Operated Mechanical Arcade Music Box

Coin Operated Mechanical Arcade Music Box

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H 65 in W 21.5 in D 30 in

Coin Operated Mechanical Arcade Music Box

Located in North Hollywood, CA

This lovely music box is activated by dropping a coin into the plate - an American nickel works

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Early 20th Century German Folk Art Antique Music Machine

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Wood

A Mills Company of Chicago Double Dewey slot machine with music
A Mills Company of Chicago Double Dewey slot machine with music

A Mills Company of Chicago Double Dewey slot machine with music

Located in Miami, FL

A Mills Company of Chicago Double Dewey slot machine with music, one side of the machine plays a

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Early 20th Century American Antique Music Machine

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Oak

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Extremely Fine George III Coffee Pot Made in London in 1772 by John Deacon
Extremely Fine George III Coffee Pot Made in London in 1772 by John Deacon

Extremely Fine George III Coffee Pot Made in London in 1772 by John Deacon

Located in London, GB

The coffee pot stands on a circular foot decorated with a wide band of gadrooning. The baluster shaped body rises to a reeded rim and the front is engraved with a contemporary Armori...

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Late 18th Century English George III Antique Music Machine

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Silver

A Rare Antique 14K Yellow Gold Thimble with Intricate Engraving
A Rare Antique 14K Yellow Gold Thimble with Intricate Engraving

A Rare Antique 14K Yellow Gold Thimble with Intricate Engraving

Located in New York, NY

A Rare and Exquisite Sewing Accessory Elevate your collection or needlework station with this Antique Gold Thimble, a seldom-seen treasure distinguished by its intricate engraving an...

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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Music Machine

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Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rare Antique Allegory of Love Diamond Three Color 18K Gold Oval Box, Circa 1800
Rare Antique Allegory of Love Diamond Three Color 18K Gold Oval Box, Circa 1800

Rare Antique Allegory of Love Diamond Three Color 18K Gold Oval Box, Circa 1800

Located in New York, NY

Rare museum quality three color 18K gold and diamond oval box featuring Allegories of Love motifs. Circa 1800, Mark of Chief Assayer Cayetano Buitron References: for a similar exampl...

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Early 19th Century Mexican Neoclassical Antique Music Machine

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

French Empire Gilt Bronze Clock
French Empire Gilt Bronze Clock

French Empire Gilt Bronze Clock

$6,247

H 14.97 in W 10.63 in D 3.94 in

French Empire Gilt Bronze Clock

Located in London, GB

French Empire gilt bronze clock French, early 19th century Measures: Height 38cm, width 27cm, depth 10cm This fine gilt bronze mantel clock is an excellent example of the manner...

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Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Music Machine

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Ormolu, Bronze

Set of 12 Royal Crown Derby Hand-Painted Dinner Plates with Floral Bouquets
Set of 12 Royal Crown Derby Hand-Painted Dinner Plates with Floral Bouquets

Set of 12 Royal Crown Derby Hand-Painted Dinner Plates with Floral Bouquets

By Royal Crown Derby Porcelain

Located in Great Barrington, MA

This set is a great example of the iconic artistry and style of Royal Crown Derby. These plates are embellished with swags of vibrant hand-painted roses and two bands of acid etched...

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Early 1900s English Antique Music Machine

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Porcelain

Large Antique French Empire Style Bronze and Marble Figural Clock
Large Antique French Empire Style Bronze and Marble Figural Clock

Large Antique French Empire Style Bronze and Marble Figural Clock

Located in New York, NY

The large and elegant antique French Empire style bronze and marble figural clock features a rectangular stepped base of dark green marble, raised on four gilt bronze feet cast with ...

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19th Century French Empire Antique Music Machine

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Ormolu, Bronze

Early 19th Century Empire Ormolu-Mounted Bronze and Marble Mantel Clock
Early 19th Century Empire Ormolu-Mounted Bronze and Marble Mantel Clock

Early 19th Century Empire Ormolu-Mounted Bronze and Marble Mantel Clock

By Pierre-Victor Ledure

Located in New York, NY

A fine quality empire ormolu-mounted patinated bronze and rouge royale marble mantel clock. The patinated bronze figures depicting cupid and psyche. Attributed to Pierre-Victor Ledu...

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Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Music Machine

Materials

Marble, Ormolu, Bronze

Fancy Vivid Yellow Diamond Dragonfly Brooch
Fancy Vivid Yellow Diamond Dragonfly Brooch

Fancy Vivid Yellow Diamond Dragonfly Brooch

By Fred Leighton

Located in New Orleans, LA

Enveloped in a sea of 60.26 carats of fancy vivid yellow diamonds is this tour de force of jewelry craftsmanship from the collaboration of jewelry legends Fred Leighton and Carvin Fr...

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20th Century American Contemporary Antique Music Machine

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Yellow Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18th Century English Secretary
18th Century English Secretary

18th Century English Secretary

$88,500

H 79 in W 36.5 in D 24 in

18th Century English Secretary

Located in New Orleans, LA

Queen Anne period furnishings such as this walnut secretary are incredibly rare and important examples of English cabinetmaking. This secretary is of the most outstanding caliber, bo...

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18th Century English Queen Anne Antique Music Machine

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Walnut

French Empire Mantel Clock in Ormolu, Patinated Bronze and Marble, Signed Picnot
French Empire Mantel Clock in Ormolu, Patinated Bronze and Marble, Signed Picnot

French Empire Mantel Clock in Ormolu, Patinated Bronze and Marble, Signed Picnot

By Picnot

Located in London, GB

French Empire clock of stunning quality constructed of rouge marble, original fire gilt ormolu and patinated bronze. Set upon four ormolu paw feet to the rouge marble base, rising to...

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1810s French Empire Antique Music Machine

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Marble, Bronze, Ormolu

Antique Victorian Tiara with Diamond Star - c.1890
Antique Victorian Tiara with Diamond Star - c.1890

Antique Victorian Tiara with Diamond Star - c.1890

Located in London, GB

We are exceptionally delighted to offer this spectacular Victorian diamond star tiara made c.1890. The tiara will come in a fully fitted presentation case as photographed. Upon pond...

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1890s Victorian Antique Music Machine

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Diamond, Gold

Vintage turquoise beaded silk sheer floral layered wedding slip dress gown M L
Vintage turquoise beaded silk sheer floral layered wedding slip dress gown M L

Vintage turquoise beaded silk sheer floral layered wedding slip dress gown M L

Located in Milano, Lombardia

LOVE LALI VINTAGE A breathtaking vintage gown. I would estimate this to be from around the late 90's. It has a pale blue lining which is overlayed with a sheer turquoise layer that ...

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1990s Antique Music Machine

Pierre Balmain Couture Ballgown  1955 Iconic Gown Dress
Pierre Balmain Couture Ballgown  1955 Iconic Gown Dress

Pierre Balmain Couture Ballgown 1955 Iconic Gown Dress

By Pierre Balmain

Located in Berlin, BE

'La Robe Broderie À Ramages' PIERRE BALMAIN PARIS Made In France, ca.1955 Majestic evening gown in silk and cream satin with the most astonishing embroiderery by PIERRE BALMAIN Haut...

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1950s French Antique Music Machine

Domestic Medicine Chest by Thompson & Capper
Domestic Medicine Chest by Thompson & Capper

Domestic Medicine Chest by Thompson & Capper

$18,500

H 8.25 in W 15.75 in D 12.25 in

Domestic Medicine Chest by Thompson & Capper

By Thompson & Capper

Located in New Orleans, LA

An invaluable addition to the 19th century home, this domestic medicine chest contained nearly everything needed to nurse a member of the household back to health. Made by the firm o...

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19th Century English Other Antique Music Machine

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Brass

Edwardian Old Cut Diamond Foliate Scroll Tiara in Silver and Gold
Edwardian Old Cut Diamond Foliate Scroll Tiara in Silver and Gold

Edwardian Old Cut Diamond Foliate Scroll Tiara in Silver and Gold

Located in London, England

A truly elegant Edwardian old cut diamond tiara set in silver and gold, circa 1910. This beautifully handcrafted tiara is composed of a number of elegant foliate scroll motifs, com...

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1910s Swedish Edwardian Antique Music Machine

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Diamond, Gold, Silver

20th Century Italian Silver Oak Leaves Vase. Chiselled, embossed and burnished
20th Century Italian Silver Oak Leaves Vase. Chiselled, embossed and burnished

20th Century Italian Silver Oak Leaves Vase. Chiselled, embossed and burnished

Located in VALENZA, IT

Wonderful big vase with shaped round body embossed, chiselled and engraved with oak leaves. On the body are soldered melting made acorns Above the handles are placed two children. Th...

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1960s Italian Baroque Antique Music Machine

Materials

Silver

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Antique Music Machine For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal antique music machine for your home. Frequently made of wood, metal and brass, every antique music machine was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect antique music machine — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. Each antique music machine bearing Art Nouveau hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one antique music machine that is appealing in its simplicity, but Victor Talking Machine Company and His Masters Voice produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Antique Music Machine?

The average selling price for an antique music machine at 1stDibs is $4,200, while they’re typically $300 on the low end and $25,255 for the highest priced.