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Music Box Schubert Ave Maria
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€8.09
Music Box — Schubert: Ave Maria
This small mechanical music box plays Franz Schubert's Ave Maria, the devotional composition that has become indispensable at religious ceremonies and moments of contemplation. The cardboard cover is printed with Albrecht Dürer's Praying Hands, a visual complement to the spiritual character of the piece.
How it works
The music box operates on a traditional cylinder mechanism — no batteries or electricity required. Turn the crank, and the mechanism sets in motion, producing a clear, delicate melody. The sound emanates naturally from the metal and wood components housed beneath the printed cardboard sleeve.
Sound amplification
The music box can be removed from its decorated outer case and placed on a table, shelf or wooden surface to amplify the volume. Wood acts as a natural resonator, intensifying both the clarity and presence of the melody without any additional equipment or modification.
Materials and construction
The music box is constructed from cardboard, metal and wood. These materials work together to contain and project the mechanical sound — the metal components generate the tone, while the wooden structure helps to project it outward.
Contents
- The music box mechanism with crank
- Decorated cardboard sleeve featuring Dürer's Praying Hands
The composition
Schubert's Ave Maria is a prayer to the Virgin Mary set to music. Its soft, recognisable melody has made it a standard choice for moments of devotion, meditation and spiritual observance across many traditions. The piece combines artistic refinement with accessibility — qualities that translate well to the intimate scale of a mechanical music box.
The music box remains a popular form for domestic music and gifts in German-speaking regions, where the combination of mechanical precision and sentimental melody continues to attract generations.
Price:
€8.09
Music Box - Schubert: Ave Maria — This small mechanical box plays Franz Schubert's "Ave Maria", the spiritual melody composed in 1825 heard at religious ceremonies and moments of contemplation. The cardboard lid bears Albrecht Dürer's "Praying Hands" illustration, reinforcing its contemplative character. The traditional cylinder mechanism produces a delicate, clear sound — no batteries or electricity required, simply turn the crank gently. Placed on a wooden surface, it naturally amplifies its volume. Compact (8.5 × 4.5 × 3.0 cm), it makes a thoughtful gift for classical music lovers, enriches a prayer or meditation space, or creates moments of calm before sleep. A pocket musical treasure, made in Germany, carrying the timeless beauty of Schubert in a charming, manageable form.
| Origin | Germany |
|---|---|
| Weight | 0,07 kg |
| Dimensions | 8,5 × 4,5 × 3,0 cm |
| Materials | Cardboard - Metal - Wood |
| Category | Classical music |
♪ Audio Samples ♪
Schubert - Ave Maria
Caution: Not suitable for children under 3 years. Please supervise older children. Beware of swallowing small parts, strangulation, material allergies, sharp edges and points! Use only for sound generation. No liability for improper use.
Care: Extreme temperature fluctuations, humidity and direct sunlight can affect the lifespan. Please store in balanced humidity to prevent material changes, mold and corrosion. Remove dirt with a damp cloth. Dry after cleaning and each use.
Disposal: Please contact your local waste disposal authority for information on environmentally sound disposal!
Music Box — Schubert: Ave Maria
This small mechanical music box plays Franz Schubert's Ave Maria, the devotional composition that has become indispensable at religious ceremonies and moments of contemplation. The cardboard cover is printed with Albrecht Dürer's Praying Hands, a visual complement to the spiritual character of the piece.
How it works
The music box operates on a traditional cylinder mechanism — no batteries or electricity required. Turn the crank, and the mechanism sets in motion, producing a clear, delicate melody. The sound emanates naturally from the metal and wood components housed beneath the printed cardboard sleeve.
Sound amplification
The music box can be removed from its decorated outer case and placed on a table, shelf or wooden surface to amplify the volume. Wood acts as a natural resonator, intensifying both the clarity and presence of the melody without any additional equipment or modification.
Materials and construction
The music box is constructed from cardboard, metal and wood. These materials work together to contain and project the mechanical sound — the metal components generate the tone, while the wooden structure helps to project it outward.
Contents
- The music box mechanism with crank
- Decorated cardboard sleeve featuring Dürer's Praying Hands
The composition
Schubert's Ave Maria is a prayer to the Virgin Mary set to music. Its soft, recognisable melody has made it a standard choice for moments of devotion, meditation and spiritual observance across many traditions. The piece combines artistic refinement with accessibility — qualities that translate well to the intimate scale of a mechanical music box.
The music box remains a popular form for domestic music and gifts in German-speaking regions, where the combination of mechanical precision and sentimental melody continues to attract generations.
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