Horn for Edison Fireside Model A Phonograph, 1909-1915

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Artifact Overview

This maroon polygonal phonograph horn accompanied the Edison Fireside Model A phonograph. This combination type phonograph was introduced in 1909 as an affordable alternative to the Edison Standard model. Its Model K reproducer could play both two-minute and four-minute cylinder recordings.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Phonograph horn

Date Made

1909-1912

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

91.0.104.1

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Tin (Metal)

Color

Red

Dimensions

Height: 19.375 in
Diameter: 11.75 in

Inscriptions

plaque: Thomas A Edison Trade Mark FIRESIDE
Horn for Edison Fireside Model A Phonograph, 1909-1915