An Unusual James Humphreys c.1890 Figured Walnut Organ, Converted to a Bookcase sub-Antiques The queen lays eggs singly

The queen lays eggs singly in cells of the comb and larvae hatch from eggs in three to four days

and has been suggested as being a visual image of the Roman deity Sol Invictus

Period: Late Nineteenth Century

Although we are unsure of the size of the attraction this sign advertised

Artur Adano renowned escape artist

An Unusual James Humphreys c.1890 Figured Walnut Organ, Converted to a Bookcase sub-Antiques The queen lays eggs singlyOrigin: English Period: Late Nineteenth Century Provenance: Unknown Date: c. 1890 1900 Width: 40. 25 inches Depth: 12. 75 inches Height: 30. 75 inches Of appealing proportions, the figured walnut and stained pine organ by James Humphreys of London standing on ceramic bun feet with cast iron handles to the flanks and turned pilasters, the centre now housing two shelves acting as a bookcase, the flip up top opening to reveal the organ keys with makers