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The Edison phonograph was introduced in early 1898 and was considered a breakthrough for bridging the gap between cost and accessibility. At a price point accessible to the middle class, the Edison standard phonograph was a popular make and model from the late 19th century through the early 20th century. Shop a selection of antique Edison phonographs on 1stDibs.
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Edison’s Phonograph at the Crystal Palace and Transatlantic Messaging, 1888
Located in Langweer, NL
Edison’s Phonograph at the Crystal Palace and Transatlantic Messaging, 1888
This hand-colored
Category
Antique 1880s Prints
Materials
Paper
Antique Edison Model A Cylinder Phonograph & Cabinet W/ 93 Record Music Tubes
By Thomas Edison
Located in Dayton, OH
An exception Early Thomas Edison Model A Cylinder Phonograph with original horn, tube cabinet & 93
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Late Victorian Musical Instruments
Materials
Metal
$1,855 Sale Price
30% Off
Antique Edison Oak Amberola Cylinder Phonograph C1910
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Edison Amberola Cylinder Phonograph, crafted from oak wood, dating to approximately
Category
Early 20th Century Musical Instruments
Materials
Oak
Antique Edison Home Oak Phonograph With Metal Horn Signed C1900
Located in Big Flats, NY
A fine example of early sound reproduction technology, this Edison Home Phonograph dates to circa
Category
Early 20th Century Musical Instruments
Materials
Oak
$1,160 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Edison Standard Oak Cylinder Phonograph With Metal Horn Signed
Located in Big Flats, NY
A fine example of an early 20th-century Edison Standard Cylinder Phonograph, presented in its
Category
Early 20th Century Musical Instruments
Materials
Oak
