Another example of a gramophone stands as a silent mystery, lacking any clues that might unveil its name or creator. It is very likely of Swedish origin, but all other details are lost in the mists of history.
In the pioneering decades following the invention of the gramophone—a time marked by excitement over the ability to listen to recorded sound, speech, and music—countless manufacturers sprang up like mushrooms after the rain. Some grew into renowned and respected companies that endured for many decades, while others were smaller operations that produced only a handful of units. The latter often didn’t even brand their creations, and this is precisely the case with our beautiful and well-preserved exhibit.