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This is an unusual subject matter for 19th century photography. The young person (not sure if it is a boy or girl) has been photographed using a large wall mount telephone.
The cabinet card dates from about 1890 and is by Leschinsky of Grand Island, Nebraska.
Input on the phone from phone collectors is appreciated.
Reproduction of this image in any form is not authorized.
Scott
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Beautiful image.
I think it's a boy.
"I'm tellin ya...a telephone that will fit in a trouser pocket will never catch on"
Cool pic scott !!
Thanks olega, walksoftly, fourpeepsake and Hedgewalker.
Scott
Scott, Looking at the photo the telephone seems to be a American Bell Telephone made by Gilliland Electric around 1884. The photo isn't real clear. Gilliland Electric was one of five contracted manufactures to American Bell Telephone in the early days.
Thank Tom. I appreciate you taking the time to look at it.
Looks like you really know your phones-- do you have one posted or is it visible in one of your group photos?
Scott
Thanks for looking Purdy and Argentina.
Scott
Thanks antiques and crabby.
Scott