Edison Triumph Phonograph

Object/Artifact

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Door County Museum and Archives

Name/Title

Edison Triumph Phonograph

Entry/Object ID

2026.21.1

Description

Edison Triumph Phonograph patented in 1902. This machine plays wax cylinders and was restored to working condition in 2025. The brass horn is a modern reproduction. In overall very good condition, with only minor signs of use wear, and storage.

Use

Music Player

Collection

Harry Dankoler

Acquisition

Accession

2026.21

Source or Donor

Ruth Dreutzer

Acquisition Method

Donation

Source (if not Accessioned)

Ruth Dreutzer

Lexicon

Search Terms

Edison Phonograph , Edison, Phonograph, Wax Cylinder Player, Wac Cylinder

Legacy Lexicon

Object Name

Music Player

Material

Metal, Wood

Condition

Reason for Exam

Inventory

Overall Condition

Very Good

Date Examined

Apr 4, 2026

Examined By

Matthew Adelman

General Notes

Note

Has been in the collection since 1939 (museum opening).

Created By

[email protected]

Create Date

April 4, 2026

Updated By

[email protected]

Update Date

October 14, 2026