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Side view of the first model of Edison's phonograph, 1883
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Side view of the first model of Edison's phonograph, 1883
3478817 Side view of the first model of Edison's phonograph, 1883; (add.info.: Side view of the first model of Edison's phonograph, in which the tinfoil cylinder on which the recording was made, had to be turned by hand. Paris, 1883.); Universal History Archive/UIG
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1880s Clockwork Communications Disk Disks Foil Inventor Microphone Phonograph Record Record Disc Recording Records Sound Technology Thomas Alva Edison Thomas Edison Vinyl Vinyl Records
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This print captures the side view of the first model of Edison's phonograph from 1883. In this historic image, we can see the intricate details of the tinfoil cylinder on which recordings were made, a revolutionary invention by Thomas Edison. The phonograph required manual turning of the cylinder to produce sound, showcasing early technology and innovation in communication.
The photograph transports us back to Paris in 1883, a time when music was recorded on vinyl discs and played through clockwork mechanisms. Thomas Edison, known for his groundbreaking inventions, created this phonograph as a marvel of engineering that paved the way for future advancements in recording technology.
As we gaze upon this piece of history frozen in time, we are reminded of the importance of technological progress and its impact on society. The phonograph represented a new era in sound recording and playback, forever changing how music was enjoyed.
Through this print from Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder collection, we are given a glimpse into the past where innovation met creativity to shape our modern world. It serves as a reminder of how far we have come while honoring the ingenuity and vision of inventors like Thomas Edison who dared to dream beyond what was thought possible.
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