Coin-Op & Advertising Auction to Offer J. P. Seeburg Orchestrion

The J.P. Seeburg Piano Company was one of the renowned makers of coin pianos in the 20th century. Founded in Chicago in 1907, the company quickly gained recognition for incorporating intricate details in its instruments. This May, Morphy Auctions will bring a J. P. Seeburg Style “G” upright orchestrion in this Coin-Op & Advertising Auction. The offered lot is an upright piano decorated with four stained glass panels. Featuring two sets of violin and flute pipes, it uses a Style “G” music roll with an automatic rewind system. 

Offering 614 lots, the auction also includes fine art, decorative art, and furniture. A Huylers Chocolate and St. Nicholas Pepsin Gum vending machine will be offered as well. The Automatic Vending company manufactured this machine in 1899. Decorated with porcelain panels, the box is covered with inscriptions that read “Deposit 1 Cent and Press The Plunger.” Explore more lots of interest and register to bid for this and other online auctions on Bidsquare.