Antique Musical Instruments and Musical boxes

Antique Musical Instruments and Musical Boxes represent a fascinating area of collecting, combining exceptional craftsmanship, musical heritage, and mechanical ingenuity. From finely crafted violins and cellos to early keyboard instruments, brass, woodwind, and rare folk instruments, alongside beautifully engineered musical boxes, Fieldings Auctioneers provides expert advice and professional valuations, helping vendors achieve the best possible results at auction.

Whether an instrument or musical box has been carefully preserved, passed down through generations, or discovered tucked away in a loft, many pieces possess both considerable monetary value and an intriguing story. Collectors are drawn not only to renowned makers and exceptional craftsmanship but also to items with unique provenance, historical importance, or outstanding decorative appeal. Fine Swiss musical boxes, singing bird automata, and other mechanical musical devices remain particularly sought after by collectors worldwide.

The department is run by Mark Hannam, whose knowledge and appreciation of antique musical instruments and musical boxes ensures every consignment receives expert attention. Mark specialises in identifying, valuing, and presenting pieces to the right audience, from private collectors and musicians to museums and institutions. Fieldings Auctioneers offers a trusted platform for buying and selling antique musical instruments and musical boxes, connecting exceptional pieces with discerning collectors across the UK and beyond.