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A mechanical enchantment
Step into a magical world with our space dedicated to music boxes,true jewels of sound and aesthetic ingenuity.
A Swiss invention that became universal
In 1796, the Genevan watchmaker Antoine Favre invented the first music boxby replacing traditional bells with vibrating steel teeththat produced a clear, crystalline sound. This innovation introduced a new way of creating music automatically.
Remarkable objects combining art and mechanics
Throughout your visit, you will discover musical movements hidden inside unusual and elegant objects, such as:
- A musical chair
- An animated painting
- A miniature chalet
- A musical chamber pot
You will also admire sumptuous cases finely carved,, inlaid or decorated with gilding,illustrating the perfect union of luxury craftsmanship and precision mechanics.
The era of the metal disc: more power, more music
In 1880, the German inventor Paul Lochmann introduced the metal disc with pins,replacing traditional cylinders.
This innovation allowed:
- - A more powerful sound
- - A wider and more easily interchangeable musical repertoire
Music boxes then became popular instruments in homes, salons and publics places throughout Europe.