Discovering Antique Phonographs

Discovering Antique Phonographs
Author: Timothy C. Fabrizio
Publisher: Atglen, PA : Schiffer Pub.
Total Pages: 248
Release: 2000
Genre: Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN:

Out of the authors' latest explorations, this gorgeous new book has come to life---illustrating entirely different talking machines from those in their previous books. Follow the progress of the acoustic talking machine from its crude beginnings in the 1870s to its most splendid and sophisticated heights in the early 20th century. An unparalleled archive of rare, fascinating, and previously undocumented objects has been assembled. The story behind the beautiful, bright machinery is told through clear and insightful descriptions, and many previously unpublished facts are revealed.

Antique Phonograph

Antique Phonograph
Author: Timothy C. Fabrizio
Publisher: Schiffer Publishing
Total Pages: 236
Release: 1999
Genre: Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN:

Antique phonographs enjoyed a vigorous commercial existence 100 years ago, and have come to symbolize the romance and elegance of days gone by. To present the fascinating accessories, horns, storage cabinets, advertising and ephemera which surrounded the early years of recorded sound, the authors display here over 500 color photos which illustrate nearly 700 items.

Antique Phonograph Accessories & Contraptions

Antique Phonograph Accessories & Contraptions
Author: Timothy C. Fabrizio
Publisher: Atglen, Pa. : Schiffer Pub.
Total Pages: 232
Release: 2003
Genre: Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN:

The commercial development of the phonograph, during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, inspired a host of adjunct technology, from fancifully-painted flower horns to record storage disguised as furniture. Here are gadgets to make any snake oil salesman proud. A lively tour of these utterly entertaining objects is illustrated with 555 color photographs. To aid the collector there is a guide to current values.

A World of Antique Phonographs

A World of Antique Phonographs
Author: Timothy C. Fabrizio
Publisher: Schiffer Publishing
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2007
Genre: Phonograph
ISBN: 9780764326967

Enter the fascinating and beautiful world of antique phonographs. Brimming with visual delights, this volume boldly goes into the priceless collections of dedicated enthusiasts from around the globe, documenting the amazing rarities and charming curiosities of the phonograph. In this, their eighth collaboration for Schiffer Publishing, the award-winning authors have assembled over 400 full-color images of historic music machines, many never before photographed. The substantive text and captions add much previously unpublished information. Vibrant wood, shining brass, and fanciful decals are only the beginning. Wicker, glass, leather, gold leaf, and even seashells are to be found on some of the amazing antique phonographs within these pages. For those new to this field, a price guide, glossary, and bibliography are included. Advanced collectors will appreciate the wealth of newly-revealed details.

Tinfoil phonographs

Tinfoil phonographs
Author: René Rondeau
Publisher:
Total Pages: 180
Release: 2001
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN:

Describes the origin of the tinfoil phonograph. Includes sales records of the Edison Speaking Phonograph Company, 1878-1879.

The Talking Machine

The Talking Machine
Author: Timothy C. Fabrizio
Publisher: Schiffer Publishing
Total Pages: 290
Release: 2005
Genre: Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN:

An incredible variety of antique record players is documented, including those with external-horns as well as internal-horn devices, collectively known as "talking machines." The authoritative text and up-to-date value guide complement hundreds of photos to provide in this one volume a veritable library on the subject.