5¢ MILLS NOVELTY. CO. VIOLANO-VIRTUOSO MUSIC PLAYER

5¢ MILLS NOVELTY. CO. VIOLANO-VIRTUOSO MUSIC PLAYER C. 1915, The Mills Novelty Co., Chicago, Illinois. Only 4,000 to 5,000 of these Mills Violano-Virtuoso music machines were made, this one made after 1912. It is a stunning piece of workmanship featuring interior lights, a 4-panel front glass divider and a deep finish Brazilian Mahogany cabinet, gleaming with brass hardware. There are 44 inner piano keys with the viola magnificently sitting at the center. Invented by Henry. K Sandell, the Violano-Virtuoso plays perforated music rolls. CONDITION: This is an original unrestored example with correct interior, original motor and roll player. The instrument will require restoration to operate. This is not a standard shippable item and will require 3rd party shipping or pickup arrangements to be made. Condition: (Good). Item Dimensions: 44" X 31 - 1/2" X 65"Name Value Keys Yes, This is not a standard shippable item and will require 3rd party shipping or pickup arrangements to be made. Condition:, Item Dimensions:, Name, Value, Keys, Yes

Estimate:$5,000

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