Gramophone-Style Horn Speaker, 1925

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Horn loudspeaker for a valve radio, European-made, probably Philips (Netherlands), circa 1927-1930.

Constructed of black-painted metal with a circular cast … Read more Horn loudspeaker for a valve radio, European-made, probably Philips (Netherlands), circa 1927-1930.

Constructed of black-painted metal with a circular cast iron base and a curved neck supporting a wide acoustic horn.

Electromagnetic system with electrical terminals and a textile cable.

Height 52 cm; horn diameter 31.5 cm; depth 21 cm.

A representative example of the external loudspeakers used in the early days of home radio broadcasting.

Working. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity



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