Cheney Talking Machine, Model 107, circa 1918
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Artifact Overview
Artifact Details
Artifact
Phonograph
Date Made
circa 1918
Creator Notes
Phonograph components manufactured by Cheney Talking Machine Company, housed in cabinetry created by the furniture maker Berkey & Gay. Although Cheney's main office was located in Chicago, Illinois, production of all components occurred in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
2014.0.17.142
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Brass (Alloy)
Felt (Textile)
Wire
Wood (Plant material)
Dimensions
Height: 37.5 in
Width: 23 in
Length: 40 in
Inscriptions
plaque, rear:
Cheney
Cheney Talking Machine Company
Patented
Feb. 8 1916
Other U.S. and Foreign Patents Pending
Oct. 8 1918
Style 107
No. 51548
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