What is a music cabinet?

A music cabinet is a piece of furniture originally used to store sheet music in the 18th century. Most feature solid wood construction and have either drawers or open shelves. On 1stDibs, you can shop a range of antique music cabinets.

What is a Polyphon music box?

A Polyphon music box is a wooden box that plays small interchangeable metal discs. Polyphon Musikwerke invented the device in 1870 and began producing them for sale in 1897 in Leipzig, Germany. Find a variety of Polyphon music boxes on 1stDibs.

What is the box that plays music?

The box that plays music is called a music box in the U.S. and a musical box in the UK. Early versions date back to the 19th century, and many of them came from factories located in Switzerland. Shop a large selection of antique and vintage music boxes on 1stDibs.

Are music boxes rare?

It depends on the make and model of the music box. To find the value of a music box, experts suggest that you work with a certified appraiser. The value of a music box will depend on a number of factors, including the shape it’s in. You’ll find expertly vetted music boxes on 1stDibs.

What is the best music box?

The best music box for you depends on your preferences for design, size, and music. Music boxes may be intricately carved or brightly-colored, and contain musical themes from famous plays or films. Music boxes can also be musical boxes designed to hold jewelry or other trinkets.

When was the first music box made?

The first music box was likely made in Switzerland around the end of the 18th century. Originally, most music boxes were quite small, but as time went on, larger versions developed. Shop a collection of antique and modern music boxes from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

How does a Regina music box work?

Regina music boxes have musical information carefully stored on a metal disc. A Regina music box works when the holes in the disc engage with the teeth of a gear that leads to the plucking of a musical comb generating a pleasant sound.

Are music boxes still made?

Yes, music boxes are still made today. A number of artisans continue to produce music boxes by hand. Companies may also mass produce music boxes using machinery. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of music boxes from some of the world’s top sellers.

What is an old music box called?

An old music box made from snuff boxes during the 18th century is called a carillons à musique. It is a French word meaning "chimes of music." You'll find a selection of antique music boxes from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

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$4,059

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By Collinson & Lock

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$600Sale Price|20% Off

H 29 in W 23 in D 21 in

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Located in Big Flats, NY

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Regina Upright Music Box

$38,500

H 64.75 in W 28 in D 14.5 in

Regina Upright Music Box

By Regina Company

Located in New Orleans, LA

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H 5 in W 15 in D 9.25 in

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Located in Cookeville, TN

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Early 20th Century Music Box in Rosewood Cabinet

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H 66.5 in W 19.5 in D 11 in

Early 20th Century Music Box in Rosewood Cabinet

Located in Santa Ana, CA

This 19th century music box within a beautiful rosewood cabinet is in working condition. It plays

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"Pizzicato" w/light box & cabinet by Wharton Esherick, 1931

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H 80 in W 25.25 in D 17 in

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By Wharton Esherick

Located in Philadelphia, PA

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Aldo Tura Mid-Century Modern Calice Bar Cabinet with Illumination and Music Box

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H 49.61 in Dm 19.69 in

Aldo Tura Mid-Century Modern Calice Bar Cabinet with Illumination and Music Box

By Aldo Tura

Located in Mexico City, MX

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Antique Regina Carved Oak Music Box with Custom Cabinet & Discs, c1890

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Located in Big Flats, NY

An antique Regina music box offers carved oak case with turned corner column and raised on bracket

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20thC American "The Regina Co" 12 Disc Automatic Music Playing Cabinet Box c1900

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H 67.33 in W 29.53 in D 21.26 in

20thC American "The Regina Co" 12 Disc Automatic Music Playing Cabinet Box c1900

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Antique 19th Century American made music cabinet, produced by Regina Corona. Designed to play 12

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Unusual 1920s Mexican Theme Small Tequila Bar Cabinet with Music Box

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H 16.13 in W 25.5 in D 8 in

Unusual 1920s Mexican Theme Small Tequila Bar Cabinet with Music Box

Located in Pasadena, CA

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Tiffany Studios Bronze Desk Lamp on Circular Fluted Base, New York. Circa 1920

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Circa 1880 Italian Large Gilt wood LXV Style Confidente Sofa

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Fabulous Pair of Meissen Porcelain Glass Coolers/Cachepots

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Antique 18th Century French Neoclassical Hera's Chariot Hand Fan Shadowbox

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Finest Antique English Burr Walnut and Brass Cigar Cabinet / Humidor, circa 1880

$7,036Sale Price|20% Off

H 15 in W 17.5 in D 10.5 in

Finest Antique English Burr Walnut and Brass Cigar Cabinet / Humidor, circa 1880

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Pair of Late 19th Century Gilt Bronze Mounted Sèvres Style Porcelain Planters

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Antique German Silver Music Box in the Form of a Grand Piano

$20,298

H 6.3 in W 3.94 in D 3.15 in

Antique German Silver Music Box in the Form of a Grand Piano

Located in London, GB

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Gillows. A fine Aesthetic Movement side cabinet with hand painted floral panels

$6,089

H 68.9 in W 48.04 in D 22.45 in

Gillows. A fine Aesthetic Movement side cabinet with hand painted floral panels

By Gillows of Lancaster & London

Located in London, GB

Gillows. An Aesthetic Movement side cabinet with hand painted floral panels to the doors and drawers; with a turned gallery to the top and to the lower shelf.

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Antique 1880s English Aesthetic Movement Cabinets

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Minton 19th C Gilt Dessert Service 15 Pc. W/ Parian Figures Hand Painted Roses

$36,000 / set

H 19.25 in Dm 12 in

Minton 19th C Gilt Dessert Service 15 Pc. W/ Parian Figures Hand Painted Roses

By Minton

Located in Great Barrington, MA

Beyond belief! This set is museum worthy, exhibiting some of the finest workmanship Minton produced. The centerpiece features an exquisite pierced tall basket lifted up by 3 tall Par...

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Gilt-Bronze and Cut-Glass Decanter Set by Baccarat

$12,179

H 11.03 in W 14.18 in D 11.03 in

Gilt-Bronze and Cut-Glass Decanter Set by Baccarat

By Cristalleries De Baccarat

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Antique Carved Oak Wood Paneled Room, Napoleon III Style, France, 1880

$91,259

H 141.74 in W 247.25 in D 154.73 in

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Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

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Baccarat Crystal and Dore Bronze-Mounted Centrepiece or Jardinière

$11,850

H 12.2 in W 16.5 in D 9.5 in

Baccarat Crystal and Dore Bronze-Mounted Centrepiece or Jardinière

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Located in New York, NY

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Multi-Functional Cigar Humidor Cabinet, by Massimo de Munari, Handmade in Italy

$50,940 / item

H 71 in W 49 in D 26 in

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By DeART

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

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Music Box Cabinet For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal music box cabinet for your home. A music box cabinet — often made from wood, metal and brass — can elevate any home. If you’re shopping for a music box cabinet, we have 16 options in-stock, while there are 1 modern editions to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the music box cabinet you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A music box cabinet made by mid-century modern designers — as well as those associated with Arts and Crafts — is very popular. A well-made music box cabinet has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Aldo Tura, Mermod Frères and Black Forest are consistently popular.

How Much is a Music Box Cabinet?

Prices for a music box cabinet can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $585 and can go as high as $128,500, while the average can fetch as much as $5,400.

Questions About Music Box Cabinet

What is a music cabinet?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
A music cabinet is a piece of furniture originally used to store sheet music in the 18th century. Most feature solid wood construction and have either drawers or open shelves. On 1stDibs, you can shop a range of antique music cabinets.
What is a Polyphon music box?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
A Polyphon music box is a wooden box that plays small interchangeable metal discs. Polyphon Musikwerke invented the device in 1870 and began producing them for sale in 1897 in Leipzig, Germany. Find a variety of Polyphon music boxes on 1stDibs.
What is the box that plays music?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The box that plays music is called a music box in the U.S. and a musical box in the UK. Early versions date back to the 19th century, and many of them came from factories located in Switzerland. Shop a large selection of antique and vintage music boxes on 1stDibs.
Are music boxes rare?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
It depends on the make and model of the music box. To find the value of a music box, experts suggest that you work with a certified appraiser. The value of a music box will depend on a number of factors, including the shape it’s in. You’ll find expertly vetted music boxes on 1stDibs.
What is the best music box?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
The best music box for you depends on your preferences for design, size, and music. Music boxes may be intricately carved or brightly-colored, and contain musical themes from famous plays or films. Music boxes can also be musical boxes designed to hold jewelry or other trinkets.
When was the first music box made?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The first music box was likely made in Switzerland around the end of the 18th century. Originally, most music boxes were quite small, but as time went on, larger versions developed. Shop a collection of antique and modern music boxes from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
How does a Regina music box work?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021
Regina music boxes have musical information carefully stored on a metal disc. A Regina music box works when the holes in the disc engage with the teeth of a gear that leads to the plucking of a musical comb generating a pleasant sound.
Are music boxes still made?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Yes, music boxes are still made today. A number of artisans continue to produce music boxes by hand. Companies may also mass produce music boxes using machinery. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of music boxes from some of the world’s top sellers.
What is an old music box called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
An old music box made from snuff boxes during the 18th century is called a carillons à musique. It is a French word meaning "chimes of music." You'll find a selection of antique music boxes from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.