Player Piano, 1910-1920
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Player pianos enjoyed enormous success from the 1890s through the 1920s. During this time, over 2 1/2 million were sold to Americans eager to have piano music at home -- without having to spend many hours in practice. Coin-operated versions, like this Seeburg Company model, provided patrons with the latest music in public establishments during the early 20th century.
Player pianos enjoyed enormous success from the 1890s through the 1920s. During this time, over 2 1/2 million were sold to Americans eager to have piano music at home -- without having to spend many hours in practice. Coin-operated versions, like this Seeburg Company model, provided patrons with the latest music in public establishments during the early 20th century.
Artifact
Player piano
Date Made
1910-1920
Keywords
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
62.40.1
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Anna Stachowski.
Material
Oak (Wood)
Spruce (Wood)
Metal
Stained glass (Material)
Ivory (Tooth component)
Dimensions
Height: 57 in
Width: 64 in
Length: 28 in
Inscriptions
J.P. Seeburg / Electric / Upright Grand J P Seeburg Piano Co / Chicago Holtzer-Cabot Electric Co. // 1/8 Hp. // 101 volts.
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