EDISON HOME PHONOGRAPH
The Home was a 19th century wonder! Introduced in 1896, it incorporated the signature styling of Edison's expensive Phonographs on a slimmed-down scale that put it within the price range of the middle class. Previously, Phonographs had been cumbersome, costly machines. The Home eliminated unnecessary clap-trap, and was housed in a warm, pleasing oak cabinet. The oak cabinet has its original golden/orange color, and original, elaborate, and quaintly 19th century decal.
In this image we can view some of the fine elements of this instrument. The crisp gold decoration, for instance.
The earliest Home cranks has a hole clear through the shank, and closely hugged the side of the cabinet.
There is a judicious and professionally rendered repair to the veneer on the back side of lid. Difficult to notice unless pointed out. CABINET HAS ITS ORIGINAL FINISH.
A remarkably well groomed, tuned and adjusted example of an incredibly early instrument. Equipped with a Model C reproducer, this machine plays 2-minute cylinder records. Collectors -- don't miss this opportunity to own a truly ancient artifact.
Price: $1150.00 US, including 14" replica horn, and one Edison cylinder record, plus s/h (NY State residents must pay tax, if applicable).
E-mail: phonotim@gmail.com
Telephone: 585-582-1586
FAX: 585 582 2624
US Post: PHONOPHAN
PO Box 747
Henrietta, NY 14467 USA