Music Box Collection

The Graham Children, 1742 (oil on canvas)
BAL5539 The Graham Children, 1742 (oil on canvas) by Hogarth, William (1697-1764); 160.5x181 cm; National Gallery, London, UK; English, out of copyright

Swiss Chalet music box; dolls house
3587258 Swiss Chalet music box; dolls house; (add.info.: Swiss Chalet music box; dolls house 1860.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Swiss Chalet music box; dolls house
3587257 Swiss Chalet music box; dolls house; (add.info.: Swiss Chalet music box; dolls house 1860.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Pa. German Music Box, 1935/1942. Creator: Charlotte Angus
Pa. German Music Box, 1935/1942

Woman looking at a little musical box Italy. Date of Photograph:1940 ca

Pianola advert
An advert for the pianola. It is a player piano is a self-playing piano, containing a pneumatic or electro-mechanical mechanism that operates the piano action via programmed music recorded

Music Box, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Chris Makrenos
Music Box, 1935/1942

Toy - Man on Music Box, c. 1936. Creator: John Fisk
Toy - Man on Music Box, c. 1936

Detail of a George III green and gilt Japanned musical automaton table clock depicting
491787 Detail of a George III green and gilt Japanned musical automaton table clock depicting the Lord Mayors Parade, c.1780 (brass) (see also 491785-6) by Wagstaff or Wagstaffe

Music-box mechanism with cylinder and hammers to play chimes on a bell, and music score to Ignace Joseph Pleyels German Hymn

Illustration for The Hunting of the Snark by Lewis Carroll (1832-98) London
CHT207675 Illustration for The Hunting of the Snark by Lewis Carroll (1832-98) London, 1876 (engraving) (b/w photo) by Holiday, Henry (1839-1927); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Frog Winding Up Music Box (chromolitho)
733082 Frog Winding Up Music Box (chromolitho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Frog Winding Up Music Box.); Look and Learn / Barbara Loe Collection; American

Detail of a George III green and gilt Japanned musical automaton table clock depicting
491786 Detail of a George III green and gilt Japanned musical automaton table clock depicting the Lord Mayors Parade, c.1780 (wood, brass & lacquer) (see also 491785-7) by Wagstaff or Wagstaffe

The little ballerina
Delphine Devos

The Eureka, 1845. Creator: Unknown
The Eureka, 1845....a Machine for Composing Hexameter Latin Verses, which is now exhibited at the Egyptian Hall, in Piccadilly

The Van Moerkerken Family, ca. 1653-54. Creator: Gerard Terborch II
The Van Moerkerken Family, ca. 1653-54

An advertisement for Nicole Frere's musical boxes
An advertisement for Nicole Frere's Regina and Polyphon musical boxes. Dated 20th century

The Hurdy-Gurdy Man, 1869 (oil on canvas)
XKH141496 The Hurdy-Gurdy Man, 1869 (oil on canvas) by Knaus, Ludwig (1829-1910); 64.5x44.8 cm; Hamburger Kunsthalle, Hamburg, Germany; German, out of copyright

Broadway By Night
circa 1925: View of marquees for the Plymouth Laurette Taylor, the Music Box, the Imperial, and the Klaw Theaters along 45th Street, looking west from Broadway at night, Times Square, New York City

Russia, Yaroslavl, Uglich, music boxes and jewelry, RESTRICTED: Not available for use by any River Cruise operator. Call for more Information

Russia, Yaroslavl, Uglich, music boxes, RESTRICTED: Not available for use by any River Cruise operator. Call for more Information

Russia, Vologda, Goritzy, painted music box, RESTRICTED: Not available for use by any River Cruise operator. Call for more Information

Music box in the form of a bird cage. This music box belonged to the French composer Maurice Ravel (1875-1937)

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"The Enchanting World of Music Boxes: From Classic Paintings to Whimsical Toys" Step into a world where art and music intertwine, as depicted in "The Graham Children, 1742" painting. The delicate strokes on canvas capture the innocence and joy that music boxes bring. Transport yourself back in time with vintage pianola adverts, showcasing the evolution of these musical wonders. Each advert tells a story of how people were captivated by the magical melodies emanating from these mechanical marvels. Fast forward to "Music Box, 1935/1942" by Chris Makrenos, an artwork that encapsulates the nostalgia and charm associated with these cherished possessions. It reminds us of simpler times when winding up a music box could transport us to another world. John Fisk's creation, "Toy - Man on Music Box, " c. 1936, brings out our inner childlike wonderment. This whimsical toy takes us on a journey filled with imagination and delight as we watch the man twirl atop his melodious pedestal. Marvel at the intricate details found in George III green and gilt Japanned musical automaton table clocks depicting music-box mechanisms playing chimes. These masterpieces showcase craftsmanship at its finest while enchanting all who lay eyes upon them. Lewis Carroll's illustration for "The Hunting of the Snark" transports us further into this captivating realm. As we read Carroll's words accompanied by images of dancing frogs winding up their own little music boxes, our hearts are filled with mirthful anticipation. Finally, let us not forget about "The Little Ballerina. " This iconic figure gracefully pirouettes inside her glass enclosure as she dances to an ethereal melody. She symbolizes elegance and beauty intertwined with harmonious sounds that resonate deep within our souls.