1/18 Lador movement in Georgian box
I just liked the look of this small box and the tune was attractive too.
The 18 note movement plays The Harry Line Theme from the classic 1949 movie The Third Man. One of my Dad's favourite movies.
The 18 note movement plays The Harry Line Theme from the classic 1949 movie The Third Man. One of my Dad's favourite movies.
Work involved:
Removal of linings. I decided to keep the lid silks as it was original and in good condition
Strip, clean, reassemble and lubricate movement
Glue and cramp loose corner joints
Rub down case and French polish
Re-line box with new flock
Removal of linings. I decided to keep the lid silks as it was original and in good condition
Strip, clean, reassemble and lubricate movement
Glue and cramp loose corner joints
Rub down case and French polish
Re-line box with new flock
Click to hear the Harry Lime Theme
Georgian Box
Box sold to a collector in Austria