Edison cylinders were short, minutes-long recordings of popular songs or spoken-word snippets. Made well over 100 years ago, they were the first lasting recording format before vinyl LPs were invented. During their heyday, most came in hues of blue but some of the more valuable, limited edition cylinders were made in purple and pink. In this wall hanging, 75 of them blend from black to navy blue to royal blue in a custom walnut frame. The piece is a subtle work that showcases Edison's invention with an appreciation for the varied hues produced during production runs.
Medium:
Edison Blue Amberol Cylinders, Walnut
Dimensions:
22.5” tall x 34.25” wide x 3.5” deep
Edison cylinders were short, minutes-long recordings of popular songs or spoken-word snippets. Made well over 100 years ago, they were the first lasting recording format before vinyl LPs were invented. During their heyday, most came in hues of blue but some of the more valuable, limited edition cylinders were made in purple and pink. In this wall hanging, 75 of them blend from black to navy blue to royal blue in a custom walnut frame. The piece is a subtle work that showcases Edison's invention with an appreciation for the varied hues produced during production runs.
Medium:
Edison Blue Amberol Cylinders, Walnut
Dimensions:
22.5” tall x 34.25” wide x 3.5” deep
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