Carbon Microphone Print, 1890
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Framed Print of Carbon microphone, invented in 1878 by David Edward Hughes, 1890
Carbon microphone, invented in 1878 by David Edward Hughes, 1890. The apparatus was said to be so sensitive that a fly walking on the sounding-board could be heard by an observer on a telephone several miles away. From Electricity in the Service of Man translated by R Wormell from the German of Alfred von Urbanitzky. (London, 1890). Heritage Images features heritage image collections. © Ann Ronan Picture Library / Heritage-Images
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Step back in time with our Framed Print featuring the iconic Carbon Microphone. Invented by David Edward Hughes in 1878, this historical artifact revolutionized communication with its unparalleled sensitivity. Imagine the wonder as a fly's footstep could be heard clearly through this innovation on a telephone. Bring this piece of history into your space and ignite conversations with its intriguing story. Heritage Images' expertly curated image captures the essence of this groundbreaking invention, framed to perfection for your home or office.
A delicate black and white engraving of the Carbon microphone, an early innovation in sound technology.
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Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 fade resistant photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: measurements provided are estimated outer dimensions, which include both the image and the frame. While we aim to keep sizing consistent, exact dimensions may vary slightly due to differences in print size or production requirements, which may result in a variation in the overall size (up to approximately 2.5cm (1"))
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.9cm x 19.3cm (8.2" x 7.6")
Estimated Product Size is 36cm x 31cm (14.2" x 12.2")
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