Swiss

• pinned cylinder type music with a sectional comb comprising 51 and 49 tuned vibrating blades on each mechanism, 17 sections of 3 each on one and 16 sections of 3 each plus one additional one on the other, each playing a different tune by shifting the cylinder up and down via a lever controlled from the outside, four arm fly pinion • rectangular with oval corners, both with engine-turned central, sides and back panels, hinged aperture with a foliage motif on the edges, one with an oval central panel depicting a lyre and the other one octagonal with a harp and hunting horn, each depicting musical allegories, borders with blue enamel acanthus, pin at the back for activating, pin at the left for changing tunes • both boxes stamped with case maker's mark 'AM' for 'Alexandre Magnin'

Mechanism running, all functions appear fully operational while cataloguing. The one example with octagonal panel has some signs of wear to the edges with some small missing parts on the enamel, the other one is in a very well preserved condition. A rare example of musical snuffboxes with sur plateau movement palying two melodies.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. All dimensions in catalogue descriptions are approximate. Condition reports may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome. Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. Please note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species.NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

**Please be advised that bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these bands prior to shipping.

Important Notice regarding importation into the United States of Rolex watches
Sotheby's cannot arrange for the delivery of Rolex watches to the United States because U.S. laws restricts the import of Rolex watches. The buyer or a designated agent may collect the property in the country of sale."

Alexandre Magnin, bijoutier, was born in Geneva in 1786, the son of François Magnin and Jeanne Françoise Girod. This mark was first used by him around 1812 and was re-registered (mistakenly listed as André) on 23 November 1815. When he died early, in 1830, his business at rue Jean-Jacques Rousseau 45 was carried on by his widow, Née Fanely Gentil, and their elder son Charles who later ended up as the last goldsmith in Geneva specifically to make gold boxes.