Framed Print : Bell's photo phone, 1880

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Bell's photo phone, 1880

3479247 Bell's photo phone, 1880; (add.info.: The transmitter of Bell's photo phone: vibrations of the diaphragm D, at the end of the mouthpiece tube, caused pulses of light to be transmitted to the receiver which had light sensitive selenium cell. Dated 1880.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Media ID 38321644

© Universal History Archive/UIG / Bridgeman Images

1880s Bell Diaphragm Electric Electrical Electrical Age Electrical Power Electricite Electricity Electricty Lighted Photo Phone Receiver Selenium Cell Transmitter Vibrations

18"x14" Modern Frame

Bring a piece of history into your home with our Framed Print featuring Bell's photo phone from 1880. This unique and vintage design is sure to add a touch of nostalgia to any room.

16x12 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.

Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang

Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" x 14")

Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 35.6cm (18" x 14")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.

EDITORS COMMENTS
This fascinating print captures a groundbreaking invention from 1880 - Bell's photo phone. Developed by Alexander Graham Bell, the photo phone was an early form of communication device that used pulses of light to transmit sound. In this image, we see the transmitter of the photo phone, with vibrations from the diaphragm causing pulses of light to be sent to the receiver. The intricate design and innovative technology behind Bell's photo phone are truly remarkable for its time. The use of a light sensitive selenium cell in the receiver demonstrates Bell's forward-thinking approach to communication and his willingness to push boundaries. As we gaze upon this historical artifact, we are reminded of the incredible advancements made during the late nineteenth century in terms of electricity and communication. The development of devices like the photo phone paved the way for future inventions that would revolutionize how we connect with one another. This print serves as a testament to Alexander Graham Bell's ingenuity and his lasting impact on modern telecommunications. It is a window into a bygone era when experimentation and innovation were at their peak, shaping our world in ways we could have never imagined.

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