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Vintage Ercolano Sorrento Italy Musical Jewelry Box – Burl Wood Marquetry – Lara's Theme
Beautiful vintage Ercolano Sorrento, Italy musical jewelry box featuring highly figured burl wood and intricate traditional Italian marquetry.
The lid is decorated with an elaborate musical theme incorporating musical instruments, sheet music, flowers, leaves and scrolling foliage. The combination of the richly figured burl wood and detailed inlay makes this a particularly attractive example of Sorrento craftsmanship.
The box has a glossy, polished finish, rounded front, decorative brass-tone feet and a burgundy/red velvet-lined jewelry compartment.
Musical Movement
The box contains an 18-note Swiss Romance musical movement. The movement is enclosed within the wooden case and is not visible without disassembling the box.
The winding mechanism is accessible from the exterior.
The musical movement is currently working and plays "Lara's Theme" from Doctor Zhivago, composed by Maurice Jarre.
Please note: There is no original tune card included with this box.
Italian Marquetry
Ercolano is associated with the traditional marquetry craftsmanship of Sorrento, Italy, known for decorative wood inlay using contrasting woods to create detailed pictures and designs.
The musical-instrument design on this box is particularly attractive and includes fine decorative details that are best appreciated in the photographs.
Features
Vintage Ercolano
Sorrento, Italy
Italian burl wood
Decorative wood marquetry/inlay
Musical instrument design
Burgundy/red velvet interior
Brass-tone feet
18-note Swiss Romance musical movement
Plays Lara's Theme – Doctor Zhivago
Attractive glossy finish
Approximate Measurements
Length: 6.5
Width: 4.5
Height: 3
Please refer to the photographs for additional details.
Condition
Very Good vintage condition overall.
The box has been photographed extensively so that you can see the wood, marquetry, interior, hardware and finish from multiple angles.
There are signs of age and use consistent with a vintage item, including minor surface imperfections/wear. The beautiful burl wood has natural variations in grain and figuring, which are part of the character of the material.
The musical movement has been tested and is currently functioning. Please keep in mind that this is a vintage mechanical movement and its operation may vary with handling and positioning.
The mechanism is enclosed within the case and has not been disassembled.
Please review all photographs carefully, as they are considered part of the description.
Important Vintage Item Note
This is a vintage pre-owned item, not a new reproduction or modern mass-produced jewelry box. It is being sold in its existing vintage condition.
