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PHONOGRAPH AD, 1914. American magazine advertisement for Victor Talking Machine Company
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PHONOGRAPH AD, 1914. American magazine advertisement for Victor Talking Machine Company
PHONOGRAPH AD, 1914.
American magazine advertisement for Victor Talking Machine Company, 1914
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1914 Advertising Celebrity Classical Company Dame Endorsement Entertainment Logo Nellie Nipper Opera Soprano Technology Victor Talking Machine Company Victrola Vintage Violinist Kubelik Melba
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This vintage print captures a captivating magazine advertisement from 1914 for the renowned Victor Talking Machine Company. The ad showcases the company's latest innovation, the Victrola phonograph, which revolutionized entertainment in early 20th-century America. In this beautifully designed advertisement, we see a perfect blend of classical elegance and cutting-edge technology. A group of men and women are gathered around a Victrola phonograph, completely engrossed in the enchanting melodies emanating from its horn. The text boldly proclaims "Victor Talking Machines - The World's Greatest Artists at Your Command" emphasizing how this invention brought opera and classical music into people's homes. Adding to the allure of this advertisement are two prominent figures from the world of music: Dame Nellie Melba, an iconic soprano known for her extraordinary talent, and John Kubelik, a celebrated violinist. Their endorsement further solidifies Victor Talking Machine Company as a symbol of excellence in sound reproduction. The inclusion of Nipper, the famous dog listening intently to his master's voice through the phonograph horn, serves as both a clever logo for Victor Talking Machine Company and an endearing touch that resonates with audiences even today. This print is not just an artifact but also a testament to how technology has shaped our relationship with entertainment throughout history. It transports us back to an era where music was cherished on physical records played on magnificent machines like these Victrolas – truly capturing nostalgia in
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